Supervisory Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (MR)

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application. The Supervisory Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (MRI), position is assigned to the Medical Imaging Service, within the Jesse Brown VA Medical Center. The Supervisory DRT (MRI) serves as the primary supervisor for the MRI department. In the absence of other sectional supervisors, he/she will assume the responsibility of that appropriate section and ensures strict adherence to MRI Safety policies throughout the section. DUTIES: Coordinates with other services, sections and units to resolve problems or improve current procedures within the radiology department. Responsible for preparing formal requests for new equipment with complete justification to include quotes, staff, training and space. Ensures that various reports are prepared, and the Program Director is briefed on highlights and/or problems encountered or anticipated. Prepare plans to meet sudden increases or changes in the normal day-to-day workload, priorities, deadlines, etc. Prepares budget and cost estimates based on past precedents, anticipated workloads and overall capabilities of the section. Provides oral or written special instructions on difficult or different operations and provides answers to technical questions concerning an assignment. Develops and implements written instructions and procedures and special instructions for non-routine or complex assignments to clarify existing guidelines. Ensures that employees are kept informed of management goals and objectives and keeps immediate supervisor informed of employees' participation and concerns. Reviews, approves, and disapproves leave in a timely manner. Makes the necessary adjustment to workload and staff in conjunction with leave requests. Responsible for ensuring that monthly, quarterly and annual reports are accurate and are submitted in timely manner. Reviews new developments in the field and recommends those which would improve the operation of the section. Reviews and evaluates activities within the sections to measure productivity, workflow, the extent of achievement of objectives and to evaluate the effectiveness of methods, techniques and procedures. Responsible for training, counseling, disciplining, evaluating and promoting the growth of employees within the sections. Participates in setting performance standards of employees supervised. Performs other duties as assigned on a daily basis. Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Work Schedule: 11:30am - 8:00pm and on call/weekend rotation with the MRI technologists Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact , the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more 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) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior [work experience] or military service experience. 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 #: 00878F Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

Created: 2026-04-15