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Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist-Picture Archive Communication System (PACS) Technologist

Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$93K/yr - $121K/yr

1+ years exp

The Veterans Health Administration is seeking a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist-PACS Technologist to join their Imaging Department in Minneapolis. The incumbent will provide support, troubleshoot system application issues, and instruct users in the proper operation of digital image processing, storage, and display systems.

ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Responsible for the administration, maintenance and security of the Local Picture Archive Communication System (PACS) Network, user accounts, passwords and the creation, distribution and deactivation of authorized users on the PACS Network

Incumbent must be proficient in Radiology processes and have a functional knowledge of complex Specialty Imaging modalities and procedures related to these modalities

Installs and supports Windows Operating Systems and applications, image transmission functions across networks

Assesses cabling requirements and software needs to link PACS devices in the network environment

Coordinates troubleshooting with members of the PACS team, Biomed, vendors and imaging Service Line Staff

Prepares detailed plans for implementing changes or upgrades of Informatics Systems, including Radiology Information System (RIS), PACS, Voice Recognition, 3D rendering, and VNA Service

Serves as liaison for OI&T, Biomedical personnel, and clinical users to ensure the Imaging Informatics Systems, workstations, application systems, networking interface software, and system administrative software

Provides Administrative monitoring of PACS software applications and archive servers

Develops methods for the collection, retrieval and auto-routing of computer information from established systems to enhance analysis of program related data

Assists with OI&T and Biomed with Networking Switch closet configuration to support connectivity of Imaging modalities, servers and computers

Assists with configuring network IP address lists, subnet masks

Performs Networking pings to test the reachability of a host on Internet Protocol (IP) network

Qualification

PACS supportRadiologic technology certificationWindows Operating SystemsVistA radiologyDICOM data managementTroubleshooting skillsUser trainingNetworking knowledgeEnglish proficiency

Required

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

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

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)

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)

Physical Requirements. See VA Directive and Handbook 5019

English Language Proficiency. DRTs must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d), and 7407(d)

Experience. At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-9) directly related to the position being filled that demonstrates the clinical competencies described at that level

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: The candidate must demonstrate all of the following technical KSAs: Ability to provide support and troubleshoot system application and hardware issues and instruct users in the proper operation of digital image processing, storage and display systems

Ability to perform VistA radiology, VistA imaging, and PACS support activities and general ADPAC duties including user access control

Ability to initiate repair requests with appropriate services or vendors

Knowledge of PACS system infrastructure and functionality

Ability to provide training to all user levels in the efficient use of imaging hardware and software of the integrated PACS system

Knowledge 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 evaluation