The Supervisory Diagnostic Radiological Technologist, is responsible for supervising a group of advanced diagnostic radiologic technologist (ADRTs) in Picture Archiving Computer Systems (PACS) and overseeing the PACS section's daily operations, ensuring system performance, stability, reliability and user support.
Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional The duties of the Supervisory Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (DRT) in Diagnostic Imaging Service include, but are not limited to: Assigns, directs, and schedules the day-to-day work of staff in the PACS department at the MEDVAMC to ensure equitable distribution of workload and continuity of operations. Revises schedules as needed to respond to workload and fluctuations.
Reviews work in progress and upon completion, performing spot checks as appropriate. Routinely evaluates quality, accuracy, and productivity, taking corrective action when deficiencies are identified. Takes corrective or disciplinary action within delegated authority and recommends appropriate disciplinary measures to the immediate supervisor when necessary.
Keeps employees informed of management goals, objectives, policies, and procedural changes and maintains open communication regarding employee participation and concerns. Develops and implements training plans for subordinates, including cross training initiatives to enhance operational flexibility and staff competency. Ensures new or less experienced employees receive appropriate training and mentoring to perform assigned duties safely and effectively.
Participates in establishing performance standards and contributes to preparation and maintenance of functional statements for the section. Participates in the Incentive Award Program by recommending and recognizing employees for exceptional performance and contributions to patient care. Prepares formal recommendations for promotions, reassignments, and other personal actions, including recognition of highly satisfactory or outstanding performance.
Keeps the immediate supervisor informed of situations that may slightly impact operations, including staffing changes, increased cost, service limitations, or workload surges. Prepares plans to address sudden increase or changes in workload, priorities, or deadlines; Coordinates with internal and external services to resolve operational issues. Assists in preparing budget and cost estimates based on historical data, anticipated workload, and overall section capabilities.
Adjusts staffing and workload in conjunction with leave requests to maintain operational efficiency and patient care standards. Coordinates with the radiology administrator, service chief, biomedical engineers, and vendors regarding equipment maintenance, repair, replacement, and procurement. Prepares formal justifications for new equipment requests, including cost estimates, staffing, training, and space requirements.
Inspects equipment regularly, reports deficiencies promptly, and initiates immediate corrective action, including coordination with maintenance personnel or external service providers. Prepares required reports and briefs leadership on operational highlights, challenges, and anticipated issues. Collaborates with other services, sections, and units to resolve problems, improve workflow, and enhance operational efficiency within the radiology department.
Prepares required reports and briefs leadership of operational highlights, challenges, and anticipated issues.
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm (subject to change based on agency needs) Recruitment/Relocation Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases 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) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior [work experience] or military service experience.
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) Telework: AdHoc Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 00094-F Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
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.
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This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $107845 – $140207/yr.
Applications close on 2026-09-23.
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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