Supervisory Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist- RecruitmentRelocation Incentive

This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain open until September 17 2027 .The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications will be September 30 2026 with subsequent cut-off dates every two weeks until 09/17/2027. Eligible applications received after that date will be referred at regular intervals or as additional vacancies occur on an as-needed basis until positions are filled. Applicants who are referred will be considered for 90 days after 90 days applicants will have to reapply.

Duties may include but are not limited to:

First level supervisor with all duties associated with the Mammography and Ultrasound sections i.e. performance evaluations time off approvals competencies MRS FDA inspections and ACR accreditations etc.

Incumbent takes appropriate disciplinary actions with guidance through VA Directives and AFGE involvement as deemed necessary and proposes to higher authority a specific disciplinary action based upon the problem and facts (e.g. counseling suspension demotions letters of warning removal etc.). Make formal requests and recommendations for promotions reassignments quality increases and other performance awards.

Incumbent must be ARRT (R) (M) registered and preferred Ultrasound registered (RDMS). Incumbent performs continuing education to satisfy yearly/bi-annual requirements for ARRT license and must always be in good standing with the ARRT. Incumbents always maintain their BLS certification.

Incumbent serves as the subject matter expert for FDA & ACR inspections to include preparing necessary monthly reports preparing medical outcome audits preparing repeat/reject analysis reports preparing weekly biweekly quarterly bi-annually and yearly QC reports and calibrations. Incumbent serves as subject matter expert of FDA & ACR regulations regarding acquisition installation and inspection processes of any new mammography equipment. Incumbent will serve as the Lead Mammographer for inspection processes sitting with inspectors during evaluation period. Incumbent will report required data & results to Womens Veteran Program Coordinator as required by the Womens Veteran Program Handbook & Directives.

Coordinates all work performed by the mammography and ultrasound staff at NTXHCS. Works with associated customers i.e. clinicians patients various staff to ensure that all questions are resolved or are forwarded through the chain of command as necessary. Make changes in workflow or assignment of functions to position to improve workflow and services rendered promote job satisfaction increase productivity ensures emergent work is done promptly and all services are rendered efficiently.

Maintains workload demand including justifying changes in staffing levels priorities and deadlines to ensure timely care is provided. Prepares requests for filling of vacant positions. Participates with the Chief Technologist of the Imaging Service and the Radiology Administrative Officer (AO) in the selection of candidates for positions in the department.

Recommends and submits information to AO for changes that may increase or reduce costs affect employees status limit services rendered or affect work outside the mammography section.

Submits special budget requirements to AO for the mammography and ultrasound sections at NTXHCS. Coordinates and supervises quality assurance activities of all mammography staff in all assigned areas.

Develops and maintains a quality control program.

Ensures that adequate quantities of supplies are available to meet workload/patient care demands. Ensure procedure rooms are always stocked with necessary supplies.

Ensures that all exam rooms are neat and always clean.

Assigns employees to positions and/or work assignments based on consideration of several factors including the difficulty and type of work availability capability and experience. Issues oral and written instructions for non-routine or more complex assignments. Approves or disapproves requests for leave for mammography and ultrasound staff taking into consideration staffing levels and appropriate coverage. Resolves scheduling concerns. Assists in providing coverage when unexpected staffing shortages occur. Fills in and performs mammography or administrative duties as necessary to ensure patient care is performed in a timely manner


Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm
Telework: Not Available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: 55140-F
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

• 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 ( Effective May 7 2025 drivers 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.

• 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.

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.
• English Language Proficiency. DRTs must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d) and7407(d).
• Education. Completion of a full-time training course of at least 24 months in duration (or the 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).
• Certification. All applicants must be certified in general radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology Radiography (ARRT) (R).
• Credentialing Standards. Public Law 97-35 the Consumer-Patient Radiation Health and Safety Act of 1981 requires that persons who administer radiologic procedures meet the credentialing standards in 42 CFR Part 75 Standards for the Accreditation of Educational Programs and the Credentialing of Radiographic Personnel. Essentially they must have successfully completed an educational program that meets or exceeds the standards described in that regulation and is accredited by an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and be certified as radiographers in their field.

• Supervisory Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist GS-11:Experience. At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level GS-10 directly related to the position being filled that demonstrates the clinical competencies needed to provide services as a quality control technologist DRT team leader supervisory radiologic technologist PACS technologist clinical program director or an assistant chief radiologic technologist. In addition the candidate must demonstrate all of the following technical Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

• Ability to analyze organizational technical and administrative problems and to develop and implement solutions that result in efficient section operation.
• Ability to analyze and use data effectively to manage section workload quality performance and productivity.
• Skill in problem solving and conflict resolution.
• Ability to supervise technologists performing a wide variety of difficult radiographic exams (CT MRI Special Procedures Mammography Ultrasound).
• Ability to interview and evaluate candidates for positions evaluate subordinate performance recommend appointments advancements or recommend or take appropriate disciplinary actions.
• Skill in participating in organizational facility initiatives workgroups and/or committees.

• Ability to analyze organizational technical and administrative problems to develop and implement solutions that result in efficient section operation
• Ability to supervise technologists performing a wide variety of difficult radiographic exams.
• Demonstrates work practice and skills in problem solving and conflict resolution
• Infection Control. Understands demonstrates appropriate hygiene methods and infection control
• Ability to interview and evaluate candidates for positions evaluate subordinate performance recommend appointments advancements or recommend or take appropriate disciplinary actions.