Lead Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist-Mammo
Some of the Major duties for the Lead DRT are as follows:
- the performance of all mammography breast imaging procedures (screening, diagnostic, needle localizations, etc.) - organizing and maintaining a comprehensive Quality Assurance program including documentation - the performance of all Quality Assurance activities in mammography - the performance of interventional breast procedures - the coordination of breast imaging services (mammography, sonography, breast MRI, breast radiology interventions) for all inpatients, outpatients and interfacility consults (IFC) from any facility The Lead Mammography DRT coordinates activities in breast US and breast MRI but does not perform those studies. - maintenance of MQSA certification for the Mammography Program - maintenance of ACR certification in mammography, tomosynthesis, breast ultrasound, breast ultrasound interventional procedures and stereotactic biopsies. - Maintenance of compliance with relevant Joint Commission requirements - participating in and representing the Radiology Service during all internal and external inspections The lead mammography DRT technologist manages the Mammography Section (50 %) and provides clinical services (50 %) in mammography and in general radiography at all campuses of the VANYHHCS. The lead mammography DRT technologist rotates to any campus operated by the VA New York Harbor Healthcare System to provide radiological services based on patient care and staffing needs. Work Schedule:
Monday through Friday 8 am to 4:
30 pm with rotating WHEN hours. (Weekend, Holidays, Evening, Nights) Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required Basic Requirements:
Citizenship:
US Citizen 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. . NOTE:
ARRT Mammography certification is what is required for this position. Proof of this must be provided at the time of application. Education:
Completion of 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. 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:
Experience. At least one year 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. Assignments. For all assignments above the full performance level, the higher-level duties must consist of significant scope, complexity (difficulty), and range of variety, and be performed by the incumbent at least 25% of the time. DRTs at this grade level may be appointed to one of the following assignments:
Lead Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist The incumbent functions as a lead DRT for a group of DRTs at the GS-9 level and below . The incumbent provides a full range of general radiologic imaging exams, has a broad knowledge of the different modalities within the diagnostic radiologic area, and is accountable to the next higher-level supervisor. The candidate must demonstrate all of the following technical KSAs:
i. Ability to provide feedback to supervisor on technical aspects of work. ii. Ability to resolve informal employee complaints. iii. Ability to monitor and report on the status and progress of work and make adjustments to accomplish the workload in accordance with established procedures. iv. Ability to perform general and specialized diagnostic radiologic procedures in advanced levels of complex treatment situations. References:
VA Handbook 5005/119 Part II, Appendix G25 The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-10 Physical Requirements:
See VA Directive and Handbook 5019.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
- the performance of all mammography breast imaging procedures (screening, diagnostic, needle localizations, etc.) - organizing and maintaining a comprehensive Quality Assurance program including documentation - the performance of all Quality Assurance activities in mammography - the performance of interventional breast procedures - the coordination of breast imaging services (mammography, sonography, breast MRI, breast radiology interventions) for all inpatients, outpatients and interfacility consults (IFC) from any facility The Lead Mammography DRT coordinates activities in breast US and breast MRI but does not perform those studies. - maintenance of MQSA certification for the Mammography Program - maintenance of ACR certification in mammography, tomosynthesis, breast ultrasound, breast ultrasound interventional procedures and stereotactic biopsies. - Maintenance of compliance with relevant Joint Commission requirements - participating in and representing the Radiology Service during all internal and external inspections The lead mammography DRT technologist manages the Mammography Section (50 %) and provides clinical services (50 %) in mammography and in general radiography at all campuses of the VANYHHCS. The lead mammography DRT technologist rotates to any campus operated by the VA New York Harbor Healthcare System to provide radiological services based on patient care and staffing needs. Work Schedule:
Monday through Friday 8 am to 4:
30 pm with rotating WHEN hours. (Weekend, Holidays, Evening, Nights) Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required Basic Requirements:
Citizenship:
US Citizen 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. . NOTE:
ARRT Mammography certification is what is required for this position. Proof of this must be provided at the time of application. Education:
Completion of 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. 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:
Experience. At least one year 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. Assignments. For all assignments above the full performance level, the higher-level duties must consist of significant scope, complexity (difficulty), and range of variety, and be performed by the incumbent at least 25% of the time. DRTs at this grade level may be appointed to one of the following assignments:
Lead Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist The incumbent functions as a lead DRT for a group of DRTs at the GS-9 level and below . The incumbent provides a full range of general radiologic imaging exams, has a broad knowledge of the different modalities within the diagnostic radiologic area, and is accountable to the next higher-level supervisor. The candidate must demonstrate all of the following technical KSAs:
i. Ability to provide feedback to supervisor on technical aspects of work. ii. Ability to resolve informal employee complaints. iii. Ability to monitor and report on the status and progress of work and make adjustments to accomplish the workload in accordance with established procedures. iv. Ability to perform general and specialized diagnostic radiologic procedures in advanced levels of complex treatment situations. References:
VA Handbook 5005/119 Part II, Appendix G25 The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-10 Physical Requirements:
See VA Directive and Handbook 5019.
- Department:
0647 Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist - Salary Range:
$73,696 to $88,771 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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