Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist- Pacs (Administrator)

The PACS Technologist has primary responsibility and operational oversight over the Medical Center PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication System), and associated devices and systems that are the foundation for the storage, maintenance, and clinical use of radiologic imaging. The principal duty is to ensure optimal operational effectiveness of the PACS to include efficient end user applications, preventive maintenance, integrity and security of the data, and maximal up time of the system.Qualifications: Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.
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.
• Language Proficiency: You must be proficient in spoken and written English.
• Education: You must have completed a full-time training course of at least 24 months in duration or equivalent in a post-high school Diagnostic Radiologic technology program.
• Certification: You must be certified in general radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology, Radiography (ARRT)(R).

May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria).
Grade Determinations:
GS-11 Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist - PACS (Administrator): Experience. 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.
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. Experience must demonstrate practice skills in a specialty area or in administration demonstrating progressively more professional competency and judgment.
Preferred Experience: PACS Technology Administrative and or Technical experience, experience with change healthcare (McKesson) PACS system and or other commercial PACS systems. Powerscribe 360 voice recognition system, vista radiology informatics and or VA ADPAC.
References: VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G25. This can be found in the local Human Resources Office.
Physical Requirements: : Moderate lifting & carrying (15-44 lbs); Straight pulling and pushing (Up to 7 hours); Reaching above shoulder; Use of fingers; Both hands required; Walking and standing (Up to 7 hours); Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously; Near vision correctable at 13" to 16" to Jaeger 1 to 4; Far vision 20/50 and 20/100; Emotional/mental stability.Education: IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education.
Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.Employment Type: FULL_TIME