Medical Instrument Technician Supervisor (Diagnostic Ultrasound)

Summary Southern Arizona VA Health Care System in Tucson, AZ is hiring a Medical Instrument Technician Supervisor to serve in our Imaging Department under the Diagnostic Imaging Service Line. This assignment assumes full administrative and professional responsibility for planning and directing the work of subordinate technicians. Learn more about this agency Duties Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Reviews all ultrasound (US) studies for accuracy, completeness, and technical quality. Reviews and assures ultrasound section meets accreditation. Coordinates the flow of patients through the ultrasound section by efficient assignment of work and maximum utilization of staff and ultrasound equipment. Expedites the examinations of acutely ill patients by communicating and working with Radiology staff, nursing, and radiologists. Works with other services to meet their imaging needs as well as from locations outside the radiology department/medical center. Performs ultrasound procedures in the Ultra Sound section when staffing levels require the incumbent to do so. As staffing dictates, incumbent may be required to work off tours (PM, AM, Holiday shifts). Ensuring that patient care is continued without delay or interruption. Plans in-service programs for technical staff based on parameters set by the Supervisory Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist, Chief Technologist, Clinical Directors, or Radiology Service Chief. Oversees image transmission and acquisition process to ensure that all ultrasound images are transmitted into Picture Archiving (PAC's) system. Performs quality assurance on imaging equipment and assists the physicist as needed performing quality assurance on all ultrasound equipment. Coordinates with Biomedical Engineering or Quality Management technologist to schedule routine maintenance, repairs, and evaluations. Assesses and reviews requisitions with clerical staff and technologists, interacts with requesting physicians and radiologists regarding requests when necessary. Effectively communicates verbally and through example and attitude, the goals and mission of the service to employees under their supervision. Ensures activities of division are carried out to meet the goals of the department in a timely manner. Advises employees under their direct supervision of performance requirements. Such as informing of their progress in meeting these requirements, provide corrective interviews regards to inadequate performance or conduct. Initiate fact-finding investigations and works with Human Resource Specialists to ensure appropriate actions are taken when necessary. Performs evaluation of employees under their supervision, i.e. competency reviews, performance appraisals, and training requirements. Oversee image transmission and acquisition process to ensure that all ultrasound images are transmitted into Picture Archiving (PAC's) system, including review of appropriate codes. Oversees Imaging quality assurance Program. Resolves conflicts within their jurisdiction as appropriate; refers problems to the Supervisory Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist or Chief Technologist when necessary. Approves vacation and leave requests while maintaining adequate staffing levels. Ensure all staff are fully trained on imaging equipment and procedures. Coordinates shift coverage, room rotations, and monthly work schedule to ensure coverage and cross-training needs are met. Responsible for the quality assurance of the image (positioning/label/technique/network information) prior to transmission to the PACs (picture archiving) network. Ensures the monitoring of the activities within the diagnostic section and takes appropriate action as required to ensure their efficient and effective operation. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm, on call required Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases. When setting pay, a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade). Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child. Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66. Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 000000, Supervisor MIT DU 0649-10 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Requirements Conditions of employment 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 (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification 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. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1 or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: 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. Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. Qualifications 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. English Language Proficiency: Medical Instrument Technicians must be proficient in spoken and written English. 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 - 10 At least 1 year of experience comparable to the next lower grade level, which is directly related to the duties of the position to be filled, and must fully meet the Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) at that level. In addition, the candidate MUST demonstrate the following technical KSAs and the potential to acquire the assignment specific KSAs designated by an asterisk (*): 1. Advanced knowledge of complex and non-standard treatment and examination procedures and techniques. *2. Ability to plan and assist in the establishment of a completely integrated treatment and examination program. *3. Ability to evaluate new products and equipment and make recommendations concerning developments which would improve operations. *4. Ability to manage the fiscal matters of the functions supervised (which would include fund controls, contracts, and equipment expenditures), forecast resource and equipment needs, and administer the allocated budget. *5. Knowledge of and ability to provide the full range of supervisory duties which would include responsibility for assignment of work to be performed; performance evaluation; selection of staff; and recommendation of awards, advancements, and, when appropriate, disciplinary actions. Preferred Experience: Two (2) years of supervisory experience. Previous VA experience preferred. Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-10. Physical Requirements: Light lifting, under 15 lbs. Moderate carrying, 15-44 lbs. Reaching above shoulder Use of fingers Standing 4-6 hours Hearing, aid permitted Vision must be adequate to read and prepare documents. Education Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/. Additional information Receiving Service Credit for Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or military service experience. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed. During the application process you may have an option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status. VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. The health-related positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority. If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement. 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