This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application.
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: 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 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)). 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 Mammograph (M) duties performed independently] and has demonstrated specific clinical competency in the appropriate specialty and taken and passed the designated examination. English Language Proficiency. RTs/RRTs appointed to direct patient-care positions must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f). Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist GS-9 Experience: At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level GS-8, that demonstrates the clinical competencies described at that level. Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: Ability to provide technical oversight and assign personnel and tasks to be accomplished in a manner that assures completion of the workload utilizing the personnel to the greatest advantage thus providing the optimal level of patient care within the workday. Ability to plan, direct, and distribute work assignments to DRTs at lower grade levels. Skill in instructing and training DRTs on newly acquired equipment. iv. Ability to plan and project staffing needs. Skill to independently perform general and specialized diagnostic radiologic procedures in advanced levels of complex treatment situations. References: VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G25 The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is a GS-9. Physical Requirements: Light to Moderate lifting and carrying, up to 44 pounds; straight pulling; pushing; reaching at and above shoulders; use of both hands and fingers required; walking and/or standing (6-8hours); crawling; kneeling; ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously.
This Lead Diagnostic Radiologic Technician position is in the Diagnostic Imaging service at the Boston VA Medical Center, Jamaica Plain, MA campus. This position is a full-time at 40 hours per week. Duties of this position include but are not limited to: Managing and directing the work of lower grade technologists when examinations/procedures require assistance. Directing all schedules in a manner to optimize workflow while maintaining flexibility for emergency cases, rearranging patients to accommodate requests as needed. Organizing staff work assignments including lunch and break rotations. Reporting absences and tardiness to supervisor and/or Chief Technologists. Recommends reassignment of techs if necessary due to call-ins or increased/decreased workload. Coordinating vacation coverage for the section, assuring adequate staffing is available so that patient care is not compromised. Training and orienting new technologists in all imaging aspects. Recommending, coordinating and evaluating new procedures/protocols. Instructs other technologists on special tasks, new/modified procedures and policies to ensure their compliance and understanding. Participating in the evaluation of new employees. Ensuring policies are communicated to all staff, ensuring they have knowledge, skill and ability to follow independently. Providing advice, counsel or instruction to employees on both technical and administrative tasks. Maintaining adequate supplies used in the department. Monitoring expiration dates to ensure all items used are within compliance. Coordinating quality improvement activities within the imaging section. Collecting data and submitting in final form to the Chief Technologist. Adhering to standards set forth by regulatory agencies such as but not limited to; Joint Commission, and OIG. Work Schedule: 7:30am-4:00pm Monday-Friday, full-time. Compressed/Flexible: Not Available. Telework: Not Available. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: PD909150 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized. EDRP Authorized: Authorized - Contact Karen Chapman karen.chapman@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions or assistance on how to begin the application process. Learn more Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases; When setting pay, a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of existing pay, higher or unique qualifications, or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade). Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child. Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66. Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Financial Disclosure Report: Not required. NOTIFICATIONS: This position is in the Excepted Service. This position is covered by a special rate. May travel to other Boston Campus as needed.