Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (PACS)

The incumbent is assigned to the PACS Services within the Imaging Department. The incumbent works as the respective modality subject matter expert and serves as a liaison for the Office of Information and Technology (OI&T), Health Technologist Management (HTM) staff and clinical users to ensure the PACS system is configured to optimize imaging including distribution capabilities.

The PACS Technologist will provide professional care 100% of the time within the specialized assignment. This position is expected to be fully flexible in support of the needs of the facility and assignments may include both regular tour and off-tour responsibilities in providing routine and non-routine clinical care. The duties and responsibilities of the PACS Technologist include but are not limited to the following: Coordinates a variety of technical processes that require independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative to effectively diagnose patients by using a wide variety of complex image storage systems. Maintains contingency plans during equipment downtimes. Serves as liaison for Radiology with HTM and OI&T. Develops methods and programs to evaluate, monitor, and maintain digital imaging and voice recognition systems. Performs 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. Implements VA and other national guidelines pertaining to PACS network, VistA imaging, FEHR, CAMM, and database security. Perform and reconcile image information correctly and efficiently during technical post processing and evaluation using their knowledge of specific positioning, technique, and imaging procedures. Evaluates and adapts quality management procedures and processes as needed. Demonstrates understanding of VA and other national guidelines pertaining to department operations, including database security. Maintains accurate records, as required by management for quality assurance and quality control purposes in respective modality. Understands specific regulatory processes, VA standards regarding radiology quality assurance and other technical functions. All other duties as assigned Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 08:00am - 4;30pm. Compressed/Flexible: Not available. Telework: Not Available. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 10615F. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: N/A

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 identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical examination. 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.