Supervisory Therapeutic Radiologic Technologist
Duties Major duties include but are not limited to:
Responsible for the administrative supervision of all Therapeutic Radiation Therapists in the department. Supports Equal Employment Opportunity standards and principles and works collaboratively with labor partners. Interviews and assists with the selection for vacant positions using performance-based interviewing techniques within the department. Makes decisions concerning staffing, promotions, technical and status changes, and recognition of various performance levels. Ensures that Functional Statements for Therapeutic Radiation Therapists are periodically reviewed and revised to maintain accuracy and relevance to current standard of care and clinical protocols. Develops and implements performance plans for Therapeutic Radiation Therapists which clearly define criteria for both fully successful and exceptional levels of performance based on American College of Radiology standards and applicable Veterans Health Administration Directives as appropriate. Completes required performance appraisals and provides periodic feedback to Therapeutic Radiation Therapists with goal of ensuring performance at the fully successful level. Consistently documents deviations in performance and keeps employee apprised and works to improve performance. Initiates disciplinary action as appropriate. Recognizes superior performers appropriately. Ensures timely completion of all training assigned to Therapeutic Radiation Therapists in the Talent Management System. Evaluates available training and assigns courses which provide benefit to the employee and the service. Develops and implements relevant metrics for inclusion in the departmental Quality Improvement Program. Prepares and presents standardized monthly report to document Quality Improvement program activities by the therapeutic radiation therapists. Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday, 8:
00 am - 4:
30 pm Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required 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. Certification:
All applicants must be certified in therapeutic radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) (T). Certification in Medical Dosimetry is not a basic requirement for this occupation; however, it is strongly desirable as evidence of possession of the essential knowledge, skills, and abilities. Certification is required for assignments at the GS-12 grade level. Completion of a program in therapeutic radiologic technology, evidenced by a certificate or an associate's degree, accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT); certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiology, and the subsequent completion of a 12-month JRCERT approved program in therapeutic radiologic technology. JRCERT is the accrediting agency for the radiation therapy programs recognized by the US Department of Education. 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:
Possess at least 1 year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level that demonstrates the core competencies described at that level, and must fully meet the KSAs at the next lower level? To be creditable, the specialized experience must have been at the GS-11 grade level or higher or an equivalent level of responsibility. a. Ability to provide technical oversight and assign personnel and tasks to be accomplished in a manner that assures completion of the workload utilizing personnel to the greatest advantage thus providing the optimal level of patient care within the workday; b. Ability to plan, direct, and distribute work assignments to TRTs at lower grade levels; c. Skill in instructing and training TRTs on newly acquired equipment; d. Ability to plan and project staffing needs References:
VA HANDBOOK 5005/15 PART II APPENDIX G26, II-G26-3 Physical Requirements:
The work requires long periods of standing and walking. There is some bending and carrying of moderately heavy articles such as film cassettes, treatment devices, and molds with heavier lifting of wedges and specially designed shielding blocks. Patients often are assisted to achieve proper positioning, which may require reaching, lifting, or working in strained positions. The deterioration of the patient due to disease progression often requires lifting of the patient from stretchers or wheelchairs to treatment and examination tables utilizing special techniques designed to minimize the discomfort of the patient. See VA Directive and Handbook 5019.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Responsible for the administrative supervision of all Therapeutic Radiation Therapists in the department. Supports Equal Employment Opportunity standards and principles and works collaboratively with labor partners. Interviews and assists with the selection for vacant positions using performance-based interviewing techniques within the department. Makes decisions concerning staffing, promotions, technical and status changes, and recognition of various performance levels. Ensures that Functional Statements for Therapeutic Radiation Therapists are periodically reviewed and revised to maintain accuracy and relevance to current standard of care and clinical protocols. Develops and implements performance plans for Therapeutic Radiation Therapists which clearly define criteria for both fully successful and exceptional levels of performance based on American College of Radiology standards and applicable Veterans Health Administration Directives as appropriate. Completes required performance appraisals and provides periodic feedback to Therapeutic Radiation Therapists with goal of ensuring performance at the fully successful level. Consistently documents deviations in performance and keeps employee apprised and works to improve performance. Initiates disciplinary action as appropriate. Recognizes superior performers appropriately. Ensures timely completion of all training assigned to Therapeutic Radiation Therapists in the Talent Management System. Evaluates available training and assigns courses which provide benefit to the employee and the service. Develops and implements relevant metrics for inclusion in the departmental Quality Improvement Program. Prepares and presents standardized monthly report to document Quality Improvement program activities by the therapeutic radiation therapists. Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday, 8:
00 am - 4:
30 pm Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required 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. Certification:
All applicants must be certified in therapeutic radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) (T). Certification in Medical Dosimetry is not a basic requirement for this occupation; however, it is strongly desirable as evidence of possession of the essential knowledge, skills, and abilities. Certification is required for assignments at the GS-12 grade level. Completion of a program in therapeutic radiologic technology, evidenced by a certificate or an associate's degree, accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT); certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiology, and the subsequent completion of a 12-month JRCERT approved program in therapeutic radiologic technology. JRCERT is the accrediting agency for the radiation therapy programs recognized by the US Department of Education. 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:
Possess at least 1 year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level that demonstrates the core competencies described at that level, and must fully meet the KSAs at the next lower level? To be creditable, the specialized experience must have been at the GS-11 grade level or higher or an equivalent level of responsibility. a. Ability to provide technical oversight and assign personnel and tasks to be accomplished in a manner that assures completion of the workload utilizing personnel to the greatest advantage thus providing the optimal level of patient care within the workday; b. Ability to plan, direct, and distribute work assignments to TRTs at lower grade levels; c. Skill in instructing and training TRTs on newly acquired equipment; d. Ability to plan and project staffing needs References:
VA HANDBOOK 5005/15 PART II APPENDIX G26, II-G26-3 Physical Requirements:
The work requires long periods of standing and walking. There is some bending and carrying of moderately heavy articles such as film cassettes, treatment devices, and molds with heavier lifting of wedges and specially designed shielding blocks. Patients often are assisted to achieve proper positioning, which may require reaching, lifting, or working in strained positions. The deterioration of the patient due to disease progression often requires lifting of the patient from stretchers or wheelchairs to treatment and examination tables utilizing special techniques designed to minimize the discomfort of the patient. See VA Directive and Handbook 5019.
- Department:
0648 Therapeutic Radiologic Technologist - Salary Range:
$78,858 to $102,520 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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