The Supervisory Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (DRT) functions as a supervisor for a group of DRTs and all other assigned at the GS-8 level and below, providing input on performance, resolving daily workplace issues, and maintaining efficient workflow. The Supervisory DRT evaluates new products and equipment, making recommendations to supervisor concerning updates/new purchases that would improve operations.

Duties

Major duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Performs the administrative and personnel management functions relative to staff supervised. Organize work, set priorities, and delegate tasks and responsibilities. Schedules staff for days, weekends, nights, and on-call, and is responsible for finding suitable replacements when necessary. Establishes guidelines and performance expectations for staff, which are clearly communicated through the formal employee performance management system. Observes workers' performance; demonstrates and conducts work performance critiques. Provides informal feedback and periodically evaluates employee performance. Develops performance standards, and evaluates employees annually. Resolves informal complaints and grievances. Develops work improvement plans, recommending personnel actions as necessary. Interviews candidates for positions in the unit; recommends employee appointments, promotion, or reassignments to such positions in writing and submits to Chief of Imaging or designee for approval. Effects disciplinary measures as appropriate to the authority delegated in this area. Recommends employee awards and recognition in writing, and submits to Chief of Imaging or designee for approval. Reviews and approves or disapproves leave requests based on department policy. Assures subordinates are trained and fully comply with the provisions of safety regulations. Consults with radiologist to develop standard and non-standard examination protocols. Serves as technical advisor and authority in technical disputes between technologists. Work Schedule: Various tours of duty to include days, swing shift, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 593-05590F, GS-0647-09. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

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. 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).] Physical Requirements. See VA Directive and Handbook 5019. English Language Proficiency. DRTs must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d), and 7407(d). Grade Determinations: GS-9 Experience At least one year of the following types of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level, directly related to the position being filled that demonstrates the clinical competencies described at that level. In addition, the candidate must demonstrate all of the following technical knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) and demonstrate the potential to acquire the following assignment-specific KSAs designated by an asterisk (*): (i) *Ability to organize work, set priorities, delegate tasks and responsibilities. (ii) Skill in interpersonal relationships in dealing with employees, team leaders, and managers. (iii) *Skill in assessing qualifications and abilities of current and prospective employees. (iv) *Ability to consult with radiologist to develop standard and non-standard treatment/exam protocols. (v) Ability to independently perform general and specialized diagnostic radiologic procedures in advanced levels of complex treatment situations. Assignment The incumbent functions as a supervisor for a group of DRTs at the full performance level and below, which may include support staff. The incumbent advises employees of the performance requirements of their positions, informs them of their progress in meeting the requirements, and prepares formal evaluations of employee performance. The incumbent conducts corrective interviews with employees, referring disciplinary problems to higher levels of management; resolves informal complaints of employees; and deals with union representatives as appropriate. Supervisory DRTs plan and direct programs at medical centers and/or satellite outpatient clinics and have full supervisory responsibility. Assignments at this level include but are not limited to: assigning and evaluating the work of subordinate staff; resolving complex problems to ensure patient services are met; evaluating new products, equipment, and systems to make recommendations for improved operations; identifying educational or training needs; recommending final decisions on selections; evaluating performance and recommending disciplinary action when necessary. The incumbent has professional responsibility for planning and directing the DRTs activities and is responsible for extracting and analyzing data to provide reports in support of performance measures to senior management. Reference: VA HANDBOOK 5005/119, PART II, APPENDIX G25. DIAGNOSTIC RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGIST QUALIFICATION STANDARD, GS-0647, Veterans Health Administration, December 13, 2019. For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-9. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is GS-9.

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/.

Contacts

• Address Las Vegas VA Medical Center 6900 North Pecos Road North Las Vegas, NV 89086 US
• Name: Herbert Lum
• Phone: 702-791-9000 X14057
• Email: [email protected]