Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist -Lead Mammography Technologist

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

US Department of Veterans Affairs in Salt Lake City seeks a Lead Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist to supervise general radiologic imaging exams and support advanced modalities when needed. You will ensure workflow efficiency, provide guidance to the team, and maintain imaging quality and safety.

The role requires ARRT certification, a 24-month post-high school program, and strong English proficiency, with a valid driver's license. A grandfathering option may apply for current VA staff.

Qualifications

• United States citizenship per VA policy.
• Certification in general radiologic technology (ARRT R).
• Education: 24+ month post-high school diagnostic radiologic technology program, JRCERT-accredited or recognized DOE.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English as required by law.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Lead DRT for a group of radiologic technologists, ensuring efficient workflow.
• Provide a full range of general radiologic imaging exams; oversee modality knowledge.
• Instruct and train DRTs on newly acquired equipment.
• Plan and project staffing needs; assign tasks to optimize patient care.

Skills

English proficiency

Driver license

ARRT (R) certification

Independent operation in advanced cert

Education

JRCERT-accredited post-high school program or equivalent (certificate/AA)

Tools

ARRT Certification (Radiography)

Advanced modality training (CT/MRI/Mammography)

Job description

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application.

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 Policy.
• 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.
• Education. Completion of a full-time training course of at least 24 months in duration (or the 2 equivalent) in a post-high school diagnostic radiologic technology program, evidenced by a certificate or an 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).]
• English Language Proficiency. DRTs must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d), and 7407(d)
• Driver License Requirement. This position requires a current, valid Driver's License.

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 GS 9

• 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
• Lead Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist. Functions as a lead DRT for a group of DRTs at the full performance level and below, providing input on performance, resolving daily workplace issues, and maintaining efficient workflow. Provides a full range of general radiologic imaging exams, has a general 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 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.
  • ii. Ability to plan, direct, and distribute work assignments to DRTs at lower grade levels.
  • iii. Skill in instructing and training DRTs on newly acquired equipment.
  • iv. Ability to plan and project staffing needs.
  • v. Skill to independently perform general and specialized diagnostic radiologic procedures in advanced levels of complex treatment situations

Preferred Experience

One year at the next lowest grade GS-8 performing mammography examinations.

Reference

For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/.

Physical Requirements

See VA Directive and Handbook 5019.