Description:
The Iowa City Veterans Affairs Health Care System is recruiting for 1 full-time Supervisory Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist for the Diagnostic Imaging Service Line.Requirements:
Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. Certification. All applicants must be certified in general radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology, Radiography (ARRT) (R). Advanced ARRT certification is required for assignments that include computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), or Mammography (M) duties performed independently, as applicable. Education. Completion of a full-time training course of at least 24 months in duration (or the 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). English Language Proficiency. DRTs must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d), and7407(d).Grade Determinations:
GS-12 Supervisory Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist
Experience. At least one year of the following types of experience comparable to the next lower grade level (GS-11) that fully meets the KSAs at that level, which is defined as: Analyzing organizational, technical, and administrative problems and to develop and implement solutions that result in efficient section operation; Analyzing and using data effectively to manage section workload, quality, performance, and productivity; Problem solving and conflict resolution; Supervising technologists performing a wide variety of difficult radiographic exams (CT, MRI, Special Procedures, Mammography, Ultrasound); Interviewing and evaluating candidates for positions, evaluating subordinate performance, recommending appointments, advancements, or recommend or take appropriate disciplinary actions; Participating in organizational facility initiatives, workgroups, and/or committees.
Supervisory Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist. Assignment to this grade level is restricted to those serving as the chief radiologic technologist at medical facilities with comprehensive and complex radiographic and imaging programs. Employees in these assignments plan and direct the radiologic technology program at active, affiliated medical centers with critical care and emergent inpatient services, and have full supervisory responsibility for a large staff of subordinate personnel, including GS-10 DRTs, at least one subordinate team leader or supervisor at the next lower grade level, and may include clerical or administrative support staff. At this level, the radiologic technology program typically includes the full variety of comprehensive and complex modalities. The candidate must demonstrate the following technical KSAs and demonstrate the potential to acquire the assignment-specific KSAs designated by an asterisk (*):
- *Ability to perform the full range of supervisory duties, including responsibility for assignment of work performed; performance evaluations; recommendations for appointments, awards, advancements, and, when appropriate, disciplinary actions; and identification of continuing education and training needs.
- Ability to serve as a consultant to other facility personnel in evaluating and planning radiologic technology services for the most complex cases.
- *Ability to participate in research studies and/or as a consultant to others conducting research.
- *Ability to consult with staff and resident physicians through patient presentation, attending ward rounds, and specialty clinics and/or conferences, etc.
- *Ability to assess, plan, and evaluate the delivery of radiologic technology services at the facility.
All qualifying experience you possess must be clearly described in your application package. We will not make assumptions when reviewing applications. Failure to demonstrate your experience in your resume may result in disqualification. It is strongly recommended that you write to each KSA in your application package.
References: December 13, 2019 VA Handbook 5005/119 PART II APPENDIX G25
The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-12. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is GS-12.
Physical Requirements: Work is performed in a clinical setting. Walking, standing, light lifting, typing, carrying, and bending may be required.
Dec 28, 2023;
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