USAJOBS · 19 hours ago
Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist - Quality Management Technologist
Detroit, Michigan, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$90K/yr - $117K/yr
1+ years expUSAJOBS is seeking a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist specializing in Quality Management for the Veterans Health Administration. The role involves evaluating and improving imaging informatics workflows within the Imaging Service line, ensuring quality management of various systems, and supporting day-to-day operations at the Detroit VA Medical Center.
ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Responsible for evaluating, monitoring and continuously improving various imaging informatics workflows within the Imaging Service line including, but not limited to, Quality Management of the commercial PACS System, voice recognition (YR) system, CERNER, all Vista Imaging interfaces (RIS) with respect to Radiology image dataflow, digital image acquisition and storage (all modalities) processed at the VA Medical Center, Detroit Michigan and troubleshooting services in the day-to-day operations including but not limited to the Radiology Picture Archive and Communication System (PACS), Voice Recognition (VR), Vista Imaging interface, CERNER, 3D Systems, and the Radiology package
Maintaining continuity of workflow through normal system conditions; resolving common operating problems; ensuring that communications are operational and working with the PACS Administrator to develop appropriate operational procedures for new and revised processing and systems software requirements. The Incumbent should have knowledge of all Joint Commission, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and VA standards regarding radiology quality assurance and other technical functions
Interacting closely as a clinical specialist providing support to the PACS Administrator in the operation and management of digital image and voice acquisition, processing, storage, and display systems at the VAMC Detroit
Serving as the Cerner Migration Liaison for Radiology
Functioning as the Quality Assurance Specialist responsible for managing the Radiologic Quality Assurance program for the John D. Dingell VA Medical Center
Participates in quality assurance/improvement activities and ensures compliance with JCAHO requirements
Acquiring, organizing, and maintaining various records and reports as required by management for QA analysis, quality control, performance evaluation and improvement, and other purposes as needed
Developing programs to ensure quality provisions are planned, developed, and implemented to identify, prevent, and correct unsatisfactory conditions
Has overall responsibility for implementing and maintaining an on-going Quality Control Program applicable to all phases x-ray equipment and procedures, including implementation of techniques and training of personnel to meet these needs. This includes working closely with the general and special procedures technologists, CT technologists, MRI technologists, ultrasound technologists to ensure that the quality is maintained. Participates in quality assurance/improvement activities and ensures compliance with JCAHO requirements
Qualification
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
Loss of Credential. An employee in this occupation who fails to obtain certification within two years, or who fails to maintain the required certification must be removed from the occupation, which may also result in termination of employment
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), and 7407(d)
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)
Knowledge of Current Radiologic Technology Practice. To be creditable, experience must have demonstrated possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics (also referred to as clinical competencies) associated with current radiologic technology practice
Quality of Experience. Experience is only creditable if it was earned after completion of the basic certification requirements identified in paragraph 2b above
Quality Management Technologist. This position has full oversight responsibility of departmental Quality Management program and may also include oversight of a departmental Quality Improvement (QI) program
Grade Determinations: At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level of GS-10 directly related to the position being filled that demonstrates the clinical competencies needed to provide services as a quality control technologist
Knowledge of all Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and VA standards regarding radiology quality assurance and other technical functions
Ability to train staff on quality assurance and control
Knowledge of inventory management systems
Knowledge of x-ray and other image-producing machinery in order to design and operate a complete radiology quality assurance program
Knowledge of physics and physical properties of CR and DR panels and image production to diagnose difficulties in x-ray machinery and post processing equipment
The work requires extensive walking, primarily between workstations and divisions within the Radiology Department and remote service locations
There may be extended periods of time using and sitting in front of computers
There may be periods when bending and kneeling may be required and/or extended periods of time while working in a cold computer room
Heavy lifting (45 lbs. and over) with or without assistance and the aid of mechanical lift equipment; moderate lifting (15 -44 lbs.); light lifting (under 15 lbs.); moderate carrying (15 - 44 lbs.); light carrying (under 15 lbs.); straight pulling; pulling hand over hand; pushing; reaching above shoulders; use of fingers; walking; standing; kneeling; repeated bending; ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously; specific visual requirement; ability to visualize X-rays clearly; ability to distinguish basic colors; ability to distinguish shades of colors; hearing (aid permitted). Duties may require lifting and carrying computer equipment (approximately 45 lbs.) such as monitors, Computer Processing Units (CPUs), and Utility Power System (UPS) products
Benefits
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
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