This position provides support to all areas of Medical Imaging. The incumbent practices within the full scope of their ADMS Certifications and is assigned as an Advanced performance level MIT according to operational needs. The incumbent is a Medical Instrument Technologist, with specialty Ultrasound Diagnostic (US), Picture Archive and Communication System (PACS) Administrator assigned to VA Roseburg Health Care System (VAROSHCS), Imaging Service.

Duties

FUNCTIONAL STATEMENT: For that of Advanced MIT/PACS Administrator. The incumbent Technologist will work under the direct supervision of the Imaging Service Manager, the Chief Technologist and under the direct medical Guidance of the Chief of Radiology. Work output will be reviewed regularly by these Authorities, for both quality and timeliness. The incumbent's responsibilities are in the Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) 51% of time. Incumbent is also required to perform Advanced MIT duties as needed to the fullest their registries (ARDMS) 49% of the time. Other duties as assigned. A. Advanced MIT/PACS Administrator functions independently and is responsible for assisting medical personnel including staff physicians, fellows, residents, nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, clerks, students (medical/nursing/physician assistants/pharmacy, etc.), and other medical center personnel as related to the radiology service line. Assisting encompasses daily usage, protocols for good data management, and low-level troubleshooting of various clinical information systems and/or PACS systems Intellispace Portal, Vitrea, and Powerscribe. Assistance is provided to medical personnel to impart a working knowledge of available functionality and awareness of Privacy Act and Information Security requirements. B. The incumbent is part of a self-directed, dynamic team and serves as the customer's primary point of contact for the Imaging Department concerning issues involving the included systems. The incumbent provides first level technical support, which requires independent judgment and initiative. Problems may be confined to a single customer or extend across organizational lines and may require the use of various methods of analysis and problem- solving techniques. This may involve the initiation and analysis of data developed and preparation of recommendations. Incumbent maintains a support knowledge base and tracks customer problem resolution. C. The incumbent will be involved in the implementation of future initiatives associated with the National Health Care database with an emphasis on user interface, input, and training. Incumbent will provide key personnel training/instruction and guidance in the clinical information systems and PACS systems. Incumbent has responsibility to coordinate and assist with training. The incumbent provides training on data processing procedures, which includes user access and identification codes. The incumbent works with the customers to formulate and direct the development of administrative policies. Incumbent adapts training strategies to meet the needs of all service line users. Incumbent also serves as a liaison for clinical services. The incumbent evaluates the progress of the trainees and provides advice and assistance in the utilization of various computer applications. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 0730-1600 Telework: Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 000000 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: 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. Education. There are no specific educational requirements for this occupation. Education may be substituted for experience only at the GS-4 and GS-5 levels. See the grade requirements part of this standard for information regarding educational substitutions. Licensure or Certification. Licensure or Certification is not required for this occupation; however, it is strongly desirable at GS-6 or above as evidence of possession of the essential knowledge, skills, and abilities. For certain functional areas at the higher levels or supervisory assignments, specific certifications appropriate to the specialty are indicated in this standard under "Titles and Certification/Registrations".For all specialties identified in this standard, Basic and Advanced Cardiac Life Support certifications are desirable. Training which does not result in official certification does not meet this definition. 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-10. In addition to the core competencies defined at the GS-9 level, positions at this grade may be supervisory or non-supervisory with specialized advanced knowledge and assignments. (a) Experience. At least 1 year of experience comparable to the next lower grade level, which is directly related to the duties of the position to be filled, and must fully meet the KSAs at that level. In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the following technical KSAs and the potential to acquire the assignment specific KSAs designated by an asterisk (*): (b) Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities. KSAs 1, 2, and 3 are appropriate for all positions at this level. KSAs 4 and 5 are to be used in accordance with their appropriateness for the specific assignment. 1. Advanced knowledge of complex and non-standard treatment and examination procedures and techniques. *2. Ability to plan and assist in the establishment of a completely integrated treatment and examination program. *3. Ability to evaluate new products and equipment and make recommendations concerning developments which would improve operations. *4. Ability to manage the fiscal matters of the functions supervised (which would include fund controls, contracts, and equipment expenditures), forecast resource and equipment needs, and administer the allocated budget. *5. Knowledge of and ability to provide the full range of supervisory duties which would include responsibility for assignment of work to be performed; performance evaluation; selection of staff; and recommendation of awards, advancements, and, when appropriate, disciplinary actions. (c) Certification. Registration by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) or by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) is highly desirable. Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications are also desirable. (d) 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. 1. Special Assignments. There may be a rare non-supervisory position supporting this grade level. Such a position would typically include knowledge of standards of medical practice in applicable medico-legal responsibilities in diagnostic ultrasound procedures; developing protocols and clinical research projects; developing and updating technical policy and procedure manuals; as well as teaching the correct methodology of diagnostic ultrasound procedures, theory of operations, and theory of interpretation of results to trainees. Preferred Experience: Multiple Radiology Certifications ARRT or ADRMS for DRT (0647) or MIT(0649) , aptitude for computer programming and problem solving. Quality Customer service skills. High level of understanding in radiology PACS systems. References: VA HANDBOOK 5005/15 PART II APPENDIX G27 The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-10. Physical Requirements: 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: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.

Contacts

• Address Roseburg VA Medical Center 913 Northwest Garden Valley Boulevard Roseburg, OR 97471 US
• Name: Caleb Stone
• Phone: 208-422-1315
• Email: [email protected]