Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (PACS)

Summary The incumbent is assigned to the PACS Services within the Imaging Department. The incumbent works as the respective modality subject matter expert and serves as a liaison for the Office of Information and Technology (OI&T) - Health Technologist Management (HTM) staff and clinical users to ensure the PACS system is configured to optimize imaging including distribution capabilities. 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 PolicyCertification: You must be certified in general radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) (R)Advanced ARRT certification is required for Computed Tomography (CT) and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)Education: You must have completed a full-time training course of at least 24 months duration (or the equivalent) in a post-high school diagnostic radiologic technology program - evidenced by a certificate or an associate's degree - accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) or from schools accredited by the ARRT and certification by the ARRT in radiology(TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED) 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: You must possess at least one (1) full year of specialized experience at the GS 10 level that equipped you with the knowledge - skills and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the DIAGNOSTIC RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGIST/ PACS TECHNOLOGIST at the GS-11 levelSpecialized experience includes: develops methods and programs to evaluate - monitor and maintain digital imaging and voice recognition systemsserves as team leader in planning - developing - and instructing users in the operation of PACS network elements - the integration of these with related systems - and recommends corresponding upgradesThis position researches and or/analyzes problems - issues - or program requirements supporting the functions of a digital imaging systemperforms complex system administrator functions such as: oversight of RIS (Hospital Information System/Radiology Information System) links necessary to interface with the HIS (Hospital Information System) - Application Entity (AE) titles - individual and user group creation - and access management - system filters - exam code dictionaries - DICOM configuration testing - hanging protocols - voice file exchange - and other duties associated with this positionThe incumbent ensures compliance with all national and VA information and security requirements - including archiving of images to VistA imagingThis position may independently function as a DRT - which may include complex modality such as CT - MR - mammography - ultrasound - and IRThe candidate must demonstrate all of the following technical KSAs: Knowledge of contingency plans during equipment downtimesAbility to act as liaison for Radiology with biomedical engineering and OI&TAbility to develop methods and programs to evaluate - monitor - and maintain digital imaging and voice recognition systemsAbility to lead a team of multidisciplinary members in accomplishing strategic planning and integration of PACS and network elementsAbility to perform complex system administrator functions such as: oversight of RIS (Hospital Information System/Radiology Information System) links - AE titles - individual and user group creation and access management - etcKnowledge of VA and other national guidelines pertaining to PACS network - VistA imaging - and database securityKnowledge of specific positioning - technique - and imaging procedures so he/she will be able to perform and reconcile image information correctly and efficiently during technical post processing and evaluationPreferred Experience: PACS Administration experienceReference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/The full performance level of this vacancy is GS11Physical Requirements: The physical demands of diagnostic radiologic technology include extended periods of walking - bending - and standingThe incumbent must have full range of motion in order to assist patients and control overhead devices and to utilize safe lifting techniques in order to effectively move patients for imaging proceduresThere may be extended periods of time using and sitting in front of computersWork Environment: To carry out the duties of the position - incumbent may be exposed at times to ionizing radiation - communicable disease and/or chemical or industrial agents. Duties The PACS Technologist will provide professional care 100% of the time within the specialized assignmentThis position is expected to be fully flexible in support of the needs of the facility and assignments may include both regular tour and off-tour responsibilities in providing routine and non-routine clinical careThe duties and responsibilities of the PACS Technologist include but are not limited to the following: Coordinates a variety of technical processes that require independent judgment - ingenuity and initiative to effectively diagnose patients by using a wide variety of complex image storage systemsMaintains contingency plans during equipment downtimesServes as liaison for Radiology with HTM and OI&TDevelops methods and programs to evaluate - monitor - and maintain digital imaging and voice recognition systemsPerforms complex system administrator functions such as: oversight of RIS (Hospital Information System/Radiology Information System) links - AE titles - individual and user group creation and access management - etcImplements VA and other national guidelines pertaining to PACS network - VistA imaging - FEHR - CAMM - and database securityPerform and reconcile image information correctly and efficiently during technical post processing and evaluation using their knowledge of specific positioning - technique - and imaging proceduresEvaluates and adapts quality management procedures and processes as neededDemonstrates understanding of VA and other national guidelines pertaining to department operations - including database securityMaintains accurate records - as required by management for quality assurance and quality control purposes in respective modalityUnderstands specific regulatory processes - VA standards regarding radiology quality assurance and other technical functionsAll other duties as assigned Work Schedule: Monday - Friday - 08:00am - 4;30pmCompressed/Flexible: Not availableTelework: Not AvailableVirtual: This is not a virtual positionFunctional Statement #: 10615F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: N/A