Radiology Administrator

The Radiology Administrator serves at a medical facility with comprehensive and complex radiographic and imaging programs. The incumbent plans and directs the technical and administrative operations of the radiology program at active, affiliated medical centers, and has full supervisory responsibility for a large staff of nonsupervisory personnel, supervisory personnel, and the clerical and administrative support personnel. The radiologic technology program includes multiple specialties.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship English Language Proficiency: Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Education. Must have completed 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). Certification Must have a current certification in general radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology, Radiography (ARRT) (R) 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: Radiology Administrator, GS-0647-12 Experience. Must have one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level, GS-11 that fully meets the Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities at that level. NOTE: To be equivalent to the GS-11 level, experience must have also been earned while holding an active ARRT (R) Certification. There are multiple assignments at the GS-11 level. Experience may come from the equivalent of either of the following assignments. KSA's at the GS-11 level are as follows: Supervisory Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist Ability to develop and initiate new imaging services that apply current research findings Ability to participate as an instructor in the facility's in-service clinical training findings. [Ability] to interview and evaluate candidates for positions in the section and recommend appointments, advancements, or, when appropriate, disciplinary actions. Ability to evaluate performance, identify continuing education and training needs, etc. Ability to analyze organizational, technical, and administrative problems and to develop and implement solutions that result in efficient section operation. Skill in participating in organizational facility initiatives, workgroups, and/or committees. Ability to draft and/or recommend organizational policies and/or directives. Supervisory Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist. Knowledge of overall radiology department operations, and the ability to judge effectiveness of the operation Ability to monitor and evaluate subordinate supervisor's performance. Ability to formulate plans, delegate authority, and follow-up on delegated tasks Knowledge of new and recent developments in the field. Supervisory Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist. 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. [Lead] Diagnostic Radiologic [Technologist] Skill in directing on-the-job training for employees. Ability to evaluate work performance of lower level employees and recommend performance ratings. Skill in technical planning and oversight to set and adjust work priorities, and [ensure] that work requirements are met based on employee capabilities. Ability to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served, including knowledge of growth and development. Knowledge of medical center, VHA, and government-wide human resources management regulations, policies, and procedures. PACS Technologist. Knowledge of contingency plans during equipment downtimes. Ability to act as liaison for Radiology with biomedical engineering and OI&T. Ability to develop methods and programs to evaluate, monitor, and maintain digital imaging and voice recognition systems. Ability to lead a team of multidisciplinary members in accomplishing strategic planning and integration of PACS and network elements. Ability to perform complex system administrator functions such as: oversight of RIS (Hospital Information System/Radiology Information System) links, AE titles, individual and user group creation and access management, etc. Knowledge of VA and other national guidelines pertaining to PACS network, VistA imaging, and database security. 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. Quality Management 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. Clinical Program Director. Ability to create and revise program policies that meet accreditation standards required for program growth and improvement. Ability to independently perform the duties of a fully functional general radiographic DRT. Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing with students, faculty, staff, and clinical health organizations. Skill in curriculum development, supervision, instruction, evaluation, and academic advising. Ability to create and administer a program budget meeting needs for growth and improvement. Ability to establish, monitor, and oversee long- and short-range goals of program, curriculum, course descriptions, policies and procedures used to evaluate student performance, processes of assessment and program evaluation. Ability to provide the full range of supervisory duties, which includes responsibility for assignment of work, performance evaluations, selection of staff, and recommendation of awards, advancements, and disciplinary actions. GS-12 Radiology Administrator KSA's: The candidate must demonstrate all of the following technical Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA's). Knowledge of the fiscal matters of the radiology program, including VHA funds and several additional fund controls, and ability to administer the scarce medical specialist contracts for professional services. [Ability] to make short and long-term supply, equipment, and major space alteration recommendations, and prepare specifications for radiographic equipment purchases and remodeling requests. Ability to recommend program effectiveness improvements to meet VHA and JCAHO accreditation standards. Ability to make and implement major managerial recommendations for the radiology program, such as organizational improvements including changes in structure and delegation; maintain realistic cost/benefit ratios; and policy and procedure changes to improve service to patients. Ability to perform the full range of supervisory duties, including responsibility for assignment of work performed; performance evaluations; recommendations for appointments, awards, advancements, and when appropriate, disciplinary actions, and identification of continuing education and training needs. Qualifications continued in Education Section.