This position is responsible for overseeing and maintaining the operational status of the Picture Archiving and Communications System (PACS) and related hardware and software, such as the Voice Recognition System. Additionally, this individual will act as a liaison in digital imaging initiatives within the department and other departments. Duty Location: Bronx VA Medical Center, New York

Duties

***THIS IS NOT A VIRTUAL POSITION, YOU MUST LIVE WITHIN OR BE WILLING TO RELOCATE WITHIN A COMMUTABLE DISTANCE OF THE DUTY LOCATION*** Duties include, but are not limited to, the following: Responsible for day-to-day operation of PACS and Voice Recognition equipment, including image workflow, archiving, interfaces, auto routing, prefetching, and other related activities Investigates and troubleshoots specific operational problems related to PACS and digital image distribution within all clinical operational areas Assists in the development of operating standards, policies, and procedures Works closely with radiology's quality management personnel to identify and design future needs and efficient workflow processes, which include further integration into operations Assists with overseeing and coordinating strategic planning for medical imaging initiatives Acts as liaison between radiology and other departments related to medical imaging initiatives and procedures and assists with existing or new medical imaging endeavors Responsible for PACS budget preparation and monitoring of the operating budget Oversees activities of vendors in all phases of installation and implementation of new PACS-related systems, as well as interfacing of new imaging equipment to PACS Prepares reports for administration on all aspects of digital imaging operations Performs other functions as required and/or assigned Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm Recruitment & Relocation Incentives: Not authorized Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved Financial Disclosure Report: Not Required

Requirements

Qualifications

To meet the minimum qualifications of this position, all applicants must meet at least one of the following: SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: At least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-9) in the Federal Service that has given you the particular knowledge, skills and abilities required to successfully perform the duties of this position. Specialized experience includes practical knowledge of the workflow and processes within a hospital/medical facility Imaging Department as it relates to digital image acquisition and management; understanding electronic data storage concepts including data archiving and communication systems; and developing application programs for a variety of software applications; and utilizing knowledge of digital imaging concepts, including image matrix size, monitor resolution, grayscales/color scales, etc. NOTE: Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must clearly indicate the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. ~OR~ EDUCATION: Successfully completed a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree in a related field of study that demonstrates your ability to perform the duties of this position. NOTE: If you select this option, you must submit a copy of your transcript (unofficial or official) with your application. Education cannot be credited without documentation. ~OR~ COMBINATION: Equivalent combinations of successfully completed graduate-level education (beyond the second year) and specialized experience, as described above, which meet the total experience requirements for this grade level. The education portion must have provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of this position (as described above). NOTE: Copies of transcripts must be submitted with your application materials. Education cannot be credited without documentation. You will be rated on the following Competencies as part of the assessment questionnaire for this position: Administration and ManagementTechnology ApplicationTechnology Management IMPORTANT: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. All experience listed on your resume must include the month and year start/end dates. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Physical Requirements: The work is mostly sedentary. No special physical demands are required to perform the work. Duties may require lifting and carrying computer equipment such as monitors and printers. For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/.

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 Bronx VA Medical Center 130 West Kingsbridge Rd. Bronx, NY 10468 US
• Name: VHA National Recruitment Center
• Phone: (844)456-5208
• Email: [email protected]