Supervisory Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Salisbury, NC, United States
Summary
The CT Supervisor is responsible for coordinating and overseeing the SBY CT section. The incumbent leads CT technologists, clinicians, and clerical staff to ensure optimal quality control, efficient coordination of activities, high quality diagnostic exam results, and patient satisfaction. The supervisor maintains proficiency in the modality by performing exams as duties permit to address staffing shortages and provides instruction to staff members.
Qualifications
United States Citizenship. Non-citizens may be appointed only 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). Advanced ARRT certification is required for assignments that include computed tomography (CT) education.
Completion of a full‑time training course of at least 24 months in duration (or 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 other recognized accrediting agencies.
Grade determination GS‑10 experience.
At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS‑9), directly related to the position and demonstrating the clinical competencies described at that level.
Assignments – For all assignments above the full‑performance level, the higher‑level duties must consist of significant scope, complexity, and range of variety, and be performed by the incumbent at least 25% of the time.
Specialized assignments – Technologists may be appointed to specialized areas such as general diagnostic radiologic technology, bone densitometry, mammography, diagnostic ultrasound, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, interventional radiologic technology, quality management, picture archival communication system technologist, MRI safety officer, imaging administrator, clinical program director, and clinical instructor.
Supervisory Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist – Functions as a supervisor for a group of DRTs at the GS‑9 level and below, which may include support staff.
Evaluates new products and equipment, making recommendations to supervisors concerning upgrades or new purchases that would improve operations.
Informs higher‑level management of anticipated staffing variances and informally recommends promotions, reassignments, or other personnel changes such as retention or release of probationary employees and recognition of superior performance in the diagnostic radiologic area.
Directs the development and implementation of services and treatment to patients through the supervision, mentoring, and oversight of assigned clinical staff.
Experience must demonstrate practice skills in a specialty area or in administration, demonstrating progressively more professional competency and judgment.
Demonstrates the following technical KSAs and the potential to acquire assignment‑specific KSAs designated by an asterisk (*):
*Ability to analyze organizational, technical, and administrative problems and to develop and implement solutions that result in efficient section operation.
Ability to evaluate quality management procedures and processes.
*Ability to analyze and use data effectively to manage workload, quality, performance, and productivity.
*Skill in developing new policies and guidelines as needed.
Skill in problem solving and conflict resolution.
Preferred Experience – references to VA Handbook 5005 – Appendix G25 – Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist Physical Requirements:
Bending, pushing, pulling, reaching, and occasional kneeling, crawling, and squatting.
Lifting, carrying, bending, and manipulation of equipment.
Patient assistance and positioning.
Walking and prolonged standing.
Ability to read written orders, computer screens, patient records, and equipment controls.
Ability to communicate with patients, physicians, and coworkers.
Near visual acuity to assess patient’s physical condition when performing exams and evaluating images for diagnostic quality.
Must be able to speak and hear to communicate with patients.
Ability to make critical decisions, interact with patients of different ages and health conditions, maintain patient confidentiality, and work under stressful conditions such as operating or emergency rooms.
Duties
Provides performance evaluation input for the CT technologists at remote locations.
Works with the Imaging Service Chief or assigned radiologists to make protocol changes to ensure optimal imagery.
Serves as the subject matter expert for the Charlotte NC and Kernersville NC CT sections.
Attempts to take appropriate disciplinary actions with guidance through VA directives and AFGE involvement as deemed necessary and proposes to higher authority a specific disciplinary action based on the problem and facts.
Maintains workload demands, including justifying changes in staffing levels, priorities, and deadlines to ensure timely care is affected.
Coordinates and advises on quality assurance activities of all CT sections in Salisbury, Charlotte, and Kernersville positions.
Ensures that adequate quantities of supplies are available to meet workload and patient‑care demands.
Ensures procedure rooms are stocked with necessary supplies at all times with special attention to emergent equipment and supplies.
Develops formal orientation, training, and evaluation programs.
Recommends, coordinates, and evaluates new or modified procedures/protocols.
Instructs technologists on specialized tasks and new or modified procedures and policies.
Participates in the education of CT technologists through departmental in‑services.
Maintains documentation and information for The Joint Commission, Office of Inspector General, SOARS, and others to ensure compliance throughout the section.
Confers with radiologists to determine the requirement of nonstandard exams.
Work schedule: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm Monday–Friday. Telework: not available. This is not a virtual position.
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The CT Supervisor is responsible for coordinating and overseeing the SBY CT section. The incumbent leads CT technologists, clinicians, and clerical staff to ensure optimal quality control, efficient coordination of activities, high quality diagnostic exam results, and patient satisfaction. The supervisor maintains proficiency in the modality by performing exams as duties permit to address staffing shortages and provides instruction to staff members.
Qualifications
United States Citizenship. Non-citizens may be appointed only 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). Advanced ARRT certification is required for assignments that include computed tomography (CT) education.
Completion of a full‑time training course of at least 24 months in duration (or 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 other recognized accrediting agencies.
Grade determination GS‑10 experience.
At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS‑9), directly related to the position and demonstrating the clinical competencies described at that level.
Assignments – For all assignments above the full‑performance level, the higher‑level duties must consist of significant scope, complexity, and range of variety, and be performed by the incumbent at least 25% of the time.
Specialized assignments – Technologists may be appointed to specialized areas such as general diagnostic radiologic technology, bone densitometry, mammography, diagnostic ultrasound, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, interventional radiologic technology, quality management, picture archival communication system technologist, MRI safety officer, imaging administrator, clinical program director, and clinical instructor.
Supervisory Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist – Functions as a supervisor for a group of DRTs at the GS‑9 level and below, which may include support staff.
Evaluates new products and equipment, making recommendations to supervisors concerning upgrades or new purchases that would improve operations.
Informs higher‑level management of anticipated staffing variances and informally recommends promotions, reassignments, or other personnel changes such as retention or release of probationary employees and recognition of superior performance in the diagnostic radiologic area.
Directs the development and implementation of services and treatment to patients through the supervision, mentoring, and oversight of assigned clinical staff.
Experience must demonstrate practice skills in a specialty area or in administration, demonstrating progressively more professional competency and judgment.
Demonstrates the following technical KSAs and the potential to acquire assignment‑specific KSAs designated by an asterisk (*):
*Ability to analyze organizational, technical, and administrative problems and to develop and implement solutions that result in efficient section operation.
Ability to evaluate quality management procedures and processes.
*Ability to analyze and use data effectively to manage workload, quality, performance, and productivity.
*Skill in developing new policies and guidelines as needed.
Skill in problem solving and conflict resolution.
Preferred Experience – references to VA Handbook 5005 – Appendix G25 – Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist Physical Requirements:
Bending, pushing, pulling, reaching, and occasional kneeling, crawling, and squatting.
Lifting, carrying, bending, and manipulation of equipment.
Patient assistance and positioning.
Walking and prolonged standing.
Ability to read written orders, computer screens, patient records, and equipment controls.
Ability to communicate with patients, physicians, and coworkers.
Near visual acuity to assess patient’s physical condition when performing exams and evaluating images for diagnostic quality.
Must be able to speak and hear to communicate with patients.
Ability to make critical decisions, interact with patients of different ages and health conditions, maintain patient confidentiality, and work under stressful conditions such as operating or emergency rooms.
Duties
Provides performance evaluation input for the CT technologists at remote locations.
Works with the Imaging Service Chief or assigned radiologists to make protocol changes to ensure optimal imagery.
Serves as the subject matter expert for the Charlotte NC and Kernersville NC CT sections.
Attempts to take appropriate disciplinary actions with guidance through VA directives and AFGE involvement as deemed necessary and proposes to higher authority a specific disciplinary action based on the problem and facts.
Maintains workload demands, including justifying changes in staffing levels, priorities, and deadlines to ensure timely care is affected.
Coordinates and advises on quality assurance activities of all CT sections in Salisbury, Charlotte, and Kernersville positions.
Ensures that adequate quantities of supplies are available to meet workload and patient‑care demands.
Ensures procedure rooms are stocked with necessary supplies at all times with special attention to emergent equipment and supplies.
Develops formal orientation, training, and evaluation programs.
Recommends, coordinates, and evaluates new or modified procedures/protocols.
Instructs technologists on specialized tasks and new or modified procedures and policies.
Participates in the education of CT technologists through departmental in‑services.
Maintains documentation and information for The Joint Commission, Office of Inspector General, SOARS, and others to ensure compliance throughout the section.
Confers with radiologists to determine the requirement of nonstandard exams.
Work schedule: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm Monday–Friday. Telework: not available. This is not a virtual position.
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