Supervisory Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist

Veterans Health Administration•Muskogee, OK

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Jack C. Montgomery VA Medical Center is hiring a Supervisory Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist to provide administrative and technical oversight for the Radiology Service. The role manages personnel, logistics, program planning and evaluation, fiscal matters, quality assurance, procurement, and service operations. The incumbent serves as the PACS Administrator and provides support for PACS and Voice Recognition systems, digital image acquisition, processing, display, storage, and database management. The position works under the direction of the Radiology/NM Service Chief, OI&T, and Clinical Engineering, and ensures compliance with applicable regulatory agencies, including JC, NRC, FDA, and ACR. The incumbent directly oversees and supervises radiology staff under the oversight of the Chief Technologist, including day-to-day work, performance appraisals, recruitment, assignments, and disciplinary matters. The role also manages budgeting and financial matters, procurement and service contracts, equipment requisitions, quality assurance, credentialing, and required reports. It coordinates short- and long-range service activities with the Service Chief and staff, investigates complaints and employee concerns, and may represent the service on committees. The technologist performs general radiology procedures at least 25% of the time and provides coverage for lunches, breaks, and other departmental needs. PACS call coverage may also be provided if available. The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. It is eligible for situational ad hoc telework with supervisor approval, but is not a virtual position. Travel is required within the VISN and occasionally to national VA conferences and international radiology trade conferences. Permanent Change of Station is not authorized.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship, subject to the stated VA policy exception for non-citizens when qualified citizens cannot be recruited.
Proficiency in spoken and written English.
ARRT certification in general radiologic technology (ARRT (R)).
Completion of a full-time diagnostic radiologic technology training program of at least 24 months, or equivalent, after high school, evidenced by a certificate or associate degree from a JRCERT-accredited or otherwise recognized program; qualifying grandfather provisions may apply to eligible current VHA employees.
At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level, directly related to the position, demonstrating clinical competencies relevant to quality control, team leadership, supervision, PACS, program direction, or assistant chief radiologic technologist work.
Ability to analyze organizational, technical, and administrative problems and develop and implement solutions for efficient section operations.
Ability to analyze and use data to manage workload, quality, performance, and productivity.
Skill in problem solving and conflict resolution.
Ability to supervise technologists performing a wide variety of difficult radiographic examinations, such as CT, MRI, special procedures, mammography, and ultrasound.
Ability to interview and evaluate candidates, assess subordinate performance, and recommend appointments, advancements, or disciplinary actions.
Skill in participating in facility initiatives, workgroups, and committees.
Must be proficient in written and spoken English and meet applicable background, security, onboarding, identification, and seasonal influenza vaccination requirements.
Must meet any applicable pre-employment drug testing requirement for testing-designated positions.
Must serve a one- or two-year trial period, during which continued employment is evaluated.

Nice To Haves

Advanced ARRT CT certification is preferred.
Dual advanced ARRT certifications in CT, mammography, or another registry are preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee administrative operations, personnel administration, logistics, program planning and evaluation, fiscal matters, and quality assurance for the Radiology Service.
Provide guidance, instruction, maintenance, and troubleshooting for PACS and Voice Recognition systems in radiology, nuclear medicine, and other clinical areas as needed.
Support the operation and management of digital image acquisition, processing, display, storage, and database management.
Ensure service compliance with applicable regulatory agencies, including JC, NRC, FDA, and ACR.
Prepare correspondence, memorandums, and reports, and represent the Radiology/NM Service or VISN Service Line on committees when requested.
Investigate complaints, determine their validity and cause, and coordinate appropriate service responses.
Record and analyze workload and assess changing requirements for space, equipment, personnel, supplies, and proposed programs.
Coordinate short- and long-range Radiology Service activities with the Service Chief and staff.
Perform general radiology procedures at least 25% of the time, including daily lunch and break coverage and other coverage as departmental needs require.
Conduct duties associated with appointment scheduling in compliance with applicable VA and VHA directives.
Directly oversee and supervise radiology staff, including daily work, schedules, performance appraisals, recruitment, and disciplinary actions, under the oversight of the Chief Technologist.
Initiate personnel requests, establish job classifications and performance standards, and ensure competencies and evaluations are completed in a timely manner.
Coordinate recruitment and employment of technical personnel and assignments of volunteers from Voluntary Service and other agency programs.
Investigate employee and union complaints or grievances with the appropriate supervisor and resolve issues at the lowest possible level or develop facts for formal action.
Communicate and advise on federal and agency personnel policies, regulations, and procedures, including EEO issues, voluntary separation documentation, on-call versus standby procedures, and overtime.
Provide budgeting and financial management for the Service and analyze trends to prevent potential issues.
Manage procurement and serve as the Radiology/NM Service COR; establish and monitor contracts and Blanket Purchase Agreements, assessing productivity and cost containment.
Manage requisitions for new equipment, coordinate equipment activities with A&MMS, and work with the National Acquisitions Center on suitability and pricing.
Review and analyze quality assurance program criteria and methodology across the service divisions.
Serve as the PACS Administrator for the Radiology Service.
Coordinate Radiology credentialing activities and maintain Professional Standards Board documents.
Compile workload, budget, staffing, and program reports for the VISN Service Line Manager.
Provide PACS call coverage if available.
Travel within the VISN and occasionally attend national VA conferences and international radiology trade conferences.