Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Qm)

The Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (DRT) performs duties in complex multidisciplinary Imaging Service. The incumbent provides authoritative consultative services to management at all levels of the organization as it applies to quality management (QM) and/or quality assurance (QA) in Imaging Service. Maintains the overall performance improvement program and evaluates, develops, provides, advises, and executes QM/QA program short term and long-term strategic planning for Imaging Service.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:

• Citizenship. Be a citizen of the United States. (Non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified candidates in accordance with VA Handbook 5005, Part II, chapter 3, section A, paragraph 3g.)
• 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. Advanced certification indicates that the incumbent can operate independently and has demonstrated specific clinical competency in the appropriate specialty and taken and passed the designated examination. In modalities that require advanced certification, to support their continued development, technologists who do not possess an advanced certification may be provided on the job training with oversight from a certified Radiologic Technologist.
• 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).

Grade Determinations: In addition to the basic requirements above, candidates must meet the following grade requirements. At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-10) directly related to the position being filled Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (QM) that demonstrates the clinical competencies needed to provide services.

1. Knowledge of all Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and VA standards regarding radiology quality assurance and other technical functions.
2. Ability to train staff on quality assurance and control.
3. Knowledge of inventory management systems.
4. Knowledge of x-ray and other image-producing machinery in order to design and operate a complete radiology quality assurance program.
5. Knowledge of physics and [physical properties of CR and DR panels and image production to diagnose difficulties in x-ray machinery and post processing equipment.

References: VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G25 - Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist Qualification Standards
The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-11.
Physical Requirements: Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist position requires potentially long periods of continued walking, standing, stooping, sitting, bending, and pushing. Must satisfactorily complete a pre-employment physical. Moderate lifting (15-44 pounds), Moderate carrying (15-44 pounds), Use of fingers with both hands, Walking (4 hours) and Standing (4 hours) with both legs, Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously, Near vision correctable at 13' to 16' to Jaeger 1 to 4, Hearing (aid permitted), Mental and Emotional Stability required. See VA Directive and Handbook 5019.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