Supervisory Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist

Veterans Health Administration • Savannah, GA

5h • Onsite

About The Position

The Diagnostic Imaging Service is seeking a full-time Supervisory Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist for the Savannah VA Clinic in Savannah, Georgia. The Supervisory Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (DRT) oversees the coordination and daily operation/performance of the Radiology section at the Ralph H. Johnson VA HealthCare System Community Based Outpatient Center (CBOC) location. This is a working supervisor role with daily patient care/technologist duties. The incumbent works closely with technologists, radiologists, clinicians, and clerical staff to ensure accurate patient preparation, efficient coordination of activities and workflow, optimal quality imaging, and high patient satisfaction.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job.
• All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
• Subject to background/security investigation.
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.
• Acceptable forms of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements.
• Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.
• Must pass pre-employment physical evaluation.
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
• Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement.
• As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1 or 2-year trial period.
• United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
• English Language Proficiency. DRTs must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d), and 7407(d).
• Certification. All applicants must be certified in general radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology, Radiography (ARRT) (R).
• Completion of a full-time training course of at least 24 months in duration (or the 2 equivalent) in a post-high school diagnostic radiologic technology program, evidenced by a certificate or an associate degree, accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) or from other accrediting agencies as recognized by the Department of Education (DOE).
• At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level directly related to the position being filled that demonstrates the clinical competencies needed to provide services as a quality control technologist, DRT team leader, supervisory radiologic technologist, [PACS technologist, clinical program director], or an assistant chief radiologic technologist.
• Ability to analyze organizational, technical, and administrative problems and to develop and implement solutions that result in efficient section operation.
• Ability to analyze and use data effectively to manage section workload, quality, performance, and productivity.
• Skill in problem solving and conflict resolution.
• Ability to supervise technologists performing a wide variety of difficult radiographic exams (CT, MRI, Special Procedures, Mammography, Ultrasound).
• Ability to interview and evaluate candidates for positions, evaluate subordinate performance, recommend appointments, advancements, or recommend or take appropriate disciplinary actions.
• Skill in participating in organizational facility initiatives, workgroups, and/or committees.

Nice To Haves

• Previous lead/supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Holds employees accountable for appropriate levels of performance and conduct, including appropriate disciplinary actions (counseling, reprimands, admonishments, etc.)
• First-line supervisor performing all supervisory duties (30-40%) associated with the CBOC Radiology section including but not limited to performance evaluations, section staffing and time off approvals, coverage rotations, and competencies.
• Develops and maintains staffing and coverage plans.
• Determines staffing requirements based on historical and anticipated workload data and trends.
• Participates in training and evaluation (initial and annual) of technologists in the section utilizing formal orientation and evaluation programs.
• Maintains and stocks all supplies used in the work area, ensuring applicable products are within expiration date and stored properly.
• Performs a variety of routine to complex imaging examinations related to their respective modality.
• Performs a variety of routine diagnostic radiographic procedures, producing quality images, ensuring proper radiation safety, correct annotation, orientation, markers.
• Receives and identifies patients using two (2) patient identifiers, prepares patients for exams and explains procedures, assists movement of patients to and from exam table, positions the patient, sets up and adjusts all imaging equipment.
• The incumbent functions as section supervisor for a group of advanced DRTs at the GS-10 level and below, which may include support staff.
• The incumbent evaluates new products and equipment and makes recommendations to the supervisor concerning upgrades/new purchases that would improve operations.
• The incumbent develops and maintains protocol manuals for procedures performed in the section.
• The incumbent is responsible for implementation and adherence to all safety practices and policies for the section.
• The incumbent directs the development and implementation of services and treatment to patients through the supervision, mentoring, and oversight of assigned clinical staff.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and regular salary increases.
• 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year)
• After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child.
• After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66 .
• Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA
• Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree