This incumbent to this position is responsible for all matters related to Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS), Voice Recognition (VR, specifically Power Scribe), and all computerized systems utilized within the Imaging Service at the Hershel "Woody" Williams VAMC . Incumbent also ensures all connectivity at local and VISN levels is optimal, and optimizes local functionality and general knowledge of processes and functions of Radiology/Nuclear Medicine Services.

Duties

Major Duties: Coordinates activities that require co-operative effort between Regional OIT, VISN and Local Biomedical Engineering, Radiology, Nuclear Medicine, Cardiology, and equipment vendors (which are numerous due to the integration of required equipment including, but not limited to x-ray, computed radiography, voice recognition, VISTA, etc.) Is Project Manager for new Power Scribe purchase and installation and for the new commercial PACS purchase and installation. Resolves conflicts and smooths operations in areas where functionality and scope overlaps or are integrated with other services or other VISN 5 facilities. Coordinates activities that require co-operative effort between Regional OIT, VISN and Local Biomedical Engineering, Radiology, Nuclear Medicine, Cardiology, and equipment vendors (which are numerous due to the integration of required equipment including, but not limited to x-ray, computed radiography, voice recognition, VISTA, etc.) Is Project Manager for new Power Scribe purchase and installation and for the new commercial PACS purchase and installation. Resolves conflicts and smooths operations in areas where functionality and scope overlaps or are integrated with other services or other VISN 5 facilities. Evaluates operational procedures and implements changes when needed. Maintains and updates or PACS/Computer packages to ensure current functionality and tailors packages, including individual settings such as hanging protocols, dictation templates, and report formats, to optimize local workflow. Participates in the coordination and prioritization of requests for software development, modification, or enhancements, and helps generate specifications for software development. Collects and analyzes data for recurring and non-recurring reviews and reports related to PACS and VISTA clinical and administrative applications. This will require that incumbent have a full understanding of what reports are available in PACS, in Power Scribe, and in VISTA (including complete knowledge of ADPAC-related reports) and how to extract those reports. Makes specific recommendations to the Imaging Chief and Imaging Supervisor as it relates to these reports and reviews. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 00000 Relocation: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

Requirements

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. English Language Proficiency: DRTs must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d), and7407(d). 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: Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (PACS)- GS-11: 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. Assignments: For all assignments above the full performance level, the higher level duties must consist of significant scope, complexity (difficulty), and range of variety, and be performed by the incumbent at least 25% of the time. DRTs at this grade level may be appointed to one of the following assignments: (a) [PACS Technologist. This position serves as a liaison for the Office of Information and Technology (OI&T), Biomedical Engineering staff and clinical users to ensure the PACS system is configured to optimize imaging including distribution capabilities; develops methods and programs to evaluate, monitor and maintain digital imaging and voice recognition systems; serves as team leader in planning, developing, and instructing users in the operation of PACS network elements, the integration of these with related systems, and recommends corresponding upgrades. This position researches and or/analyzes problems, issues, or program requirements supporting Diagnostic PACS Technologist:This position serves as a liaison for the Office of Information and Technology (OI&T), Biomedical Engineering staff and clinical users to ensure the PACS system is configured to optimize imaging including distribution capabilities; develops methods and programs to evaluate, monitor and maintain digital imaging and voice recognition systems; serves as team leader in planning, developing, and instructing users in the operation of PACS network elements, the integration of these with related systems, and recommends corresponding upgrades. This position researches and or/analyzes problems, issues, or program requirements supporting the functions of a digital imaging system; performs complex system administrator functions such as: oversight of RIS (Hospital Information System/Radiology Information System) links necessary to interface with the HIS (Hospital Information System), Application Entity (AE) titles, individual and user group creation, and access management, system filters, exam code dictionaries, DICOM configuration testing, hanging protocols, voice file exchange, and other duties associated with this position. The incumbent ensures compliance with all national and VA information and security requirements, including archiving of images to VistA imaging. This position may independently function as a DRT, which may include complex modality such as CT, MR, mammography, ultrasound, and IR. The candidate must demonstrate all of the following technical KSAs: 1. Knowledge of contingency plans during equipment downtimes. 2. Ability to act as liaison for Radiology with biomedical engineering and OI&T. 3. Ability to develop methods and programs to evaluate, monitor, and maintain digital imaging and voice recognition systems. 4. Ability to lead a team of multidisciplinary members in accomplishing strategic planning and integration of PACS and network elements. 5. Ability to perform complex system administrator functions such as: oversight of RIS (Hospital Information System/Radiology Information System) links, AE titles, individual and user group creation and access management, etc. 6. Knowledge of VA and other national guidelines pertaining to PACS network, VistA imaging, and database security. 7. Knowledge of specific positioning, technique, and imaging procedures so he/she will be able to perform and reconcile image information correctly and efficiently during technical post processing and evaluation References: VA Handbook 5005/119, December 13, 2019 PART II APPENDIX G25 The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-11. Physical Requirements: Lifting up to 40 lbs, light carrying under 20 lbs, ability to reposition patients, use of fingers and both hands required, walking 2 hours, standing 2 hours, both eyes required for depth perception, ability to distinguish shades of color, hearing (aid permitted), emotional and mental stability, near and far vision of 20/40 or better (corrective lenses permitted)

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: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.

Contacts

• Address Huntington VA Medical Center 1540 Spring Valley Drive Huntington, WV 25704 US
• Name: Desiree Floyd
• Phone: 443-989-6906
• Email: [email protected]