Supervisory Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist

Summary

The Supervisory Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (DRT), GS-11, serves as the working supervisor responsible for the day-to-day coordination and performance of invasive and noninvasive cardiology procedures within the Cardiology Department. The incumbent provides direct technical leadership to a group of DRTs and support staff while continuing to perform the full range of complex cardiovascular imaging and interventional procedures.

Duties

• This occupational series may be eligible for the Student Loan Repayment Program (SLRP).
• Repayment is limited to $40,000 annually, up to $100,000 in lifetime awards.
• Participants must sign a three-year service agreement and maintain an acceptable level of performance to remain eligible for this program.
• Contact VHAV23SLRP@va.gov for more information.
• Duties include but are not limited to the following: Assigns daily work and manages shift scheduling to ensure adequate staffing coverage for all invasive and non-invasive cardiology services.
• Reviews work of subordinate DRTs for technical accuracy, adherence to protocols, and quality standards; provides on-the-spot guidance and correction as needed.
• Makes formal recommendations to the Cardiovascular Services Program Manager regarding appointments, promotions, recognition of superior performance, and personnel actions.
• Identifies continuing education needs of staff; assists in coordinating training, and evaluates semi-annual/annual procedure and equipment competencies.
• Acts as liaison between frontline staff, physicians, management, patients, and visitors to facilitate communication and resolve operational concerns.
• Oversees ordering, receiving, and stocking of supplies for invasive and non-invasive cardiology areas; maintains par levels and inventory databases.
• Maintains accurate records of purchase orders, returned items, and equipment sent for repair; performs minor equipment repairs (e.g., replacing cables, lead wires, styluses, routine calibrations) and refers major malfunctions to appropriate service personnel.
• Participates in the development and implementation of policy and procedure improvements to enhance patient service delivery, under the guidance of the Program Manager.
• Maintains active involvement in department compliance programs and QA activities; keeps the Clinical Manager and Section Chief informed of deficiencies that could jeopardize patient care, patient/staff safety, or clinical quality.
• Reviews daily procedure schedule and coordinates preparation of labs, equipment, and staffing assignments accordingly.
• Ensures all equipment is operational prior to patient procedures; contacts Biomedical Engineering, IRM, Clinical Manager, and/or physician when equipment is inoperative or malfunctioning.
• Assists the Cardiologist/Electrophysiologist with complex procedures using equipment and instrumentation for diagnostic catheterization, angioplasty, stent placement, intravascular ultrasound, permanent pacemaker implantation, transesophageal/transthoracic echocardiography, ICD insertion, electrophysiology procedures, and other related invasive and non-invasive cardiology procedures.
• Operates pacemaker programmable stimulators, Rapid Atrial Pacemakers, External A-V Sequential Demand Pulse Generators, Pacing Systems Analyzers, Permanent Pacemaker and Multifunction Programmers under the direction of the attending Cardiologist.
• Adapts tests or treatment procedures as necessary to accommodate individual patient medical conditions and body habitus.
• Completes all mandatory continuing education hours, training modules, and facility required education on time.
• Work Schedule: 7:30am to 4:00pm on call required Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
• Functional Statement #: 000000 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized PCS Appraised Value Offer (AVO): Not Authorized

Requirements

You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA.

Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.

Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver’s licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Complete all application requirements detailed in the “Required Documents” section of this announcement.

As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1 or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

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/.

How You Will Be Evaluated

IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Your application, resume, C.V., and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully.

Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process to verify information provided by a candidate (e.g., on resume or during interview or hiring process); gain additional knowledge regarding a candidate’s abilities; and assist a hiring manager with making a final selection for a position. It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment. Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA for Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and coaching and reintegration support for military service members.

Required Documents

• To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes: Professional Certification Resume SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action Transcript Special Note for Applications: To complete your application, please use the following link https://vacareers.va.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/Resume.docx to download the standard Clinical Resume Document.
• This one-page document does not need to be modified and must be uploaded into the two-page restricted 'Resume' document upload field.
• Your full resume/CV may be uploaded without page limitation into the 'Other' document upload field.
• The following documents are accepted, and may be required if applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this position.
• Please ensure you have included all documents required for your application, such as a copy of your transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50's (current/former Federal employees), etc.
• Cover Letter Your full resume/CV may be uploaded without page limitation RECOMMENDED: Responses to Knowledge, Skills and Abilities – Can Be Found Under the Qualification Section of the Job Opportunity Announcement Performance Appraisal Professional Certification Resume SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action Transcript Veterans' preference does not apply for internal or other current permanent Federal agency employees.