X-Ray Technologist

Conditions of employment

Selectee may be subject to a trial or probationary period
U.S. Citizenship is required
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959

This is a designated position covered by Public Law 101-630 requiring contact or control over Indian children. Due to this requirement the agency must ensure that persons hired for these positions have not been found guilty of or pleaded nolo contendere or guilty to certain crimes.

IHS Selectees that will work in an IHS health care facility may be subject to Employee Health Policies related to Measles and Rubella and seasonal influenza immunizations. Vaccine exemption requests may be available according to the National and/or Service Unit guidance.

On-call hours or standby duty may be required. Position may be subject to rotating shifts: days evenings nights weekends and holidays.

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Background Investigation Requirement:
This position requires the successful completion of a federal background investigation as a condition of employment.

A background investigation is a standard process used by the Federal Government to verify an individuals identity employment history education and other relevant information to determine suitability for Federal service.

Upon receipt of instructions applicants must complete all required background investigation forms within five (5) calendar days of issuance. Timely completion is critical to avoid delays in processing or a determination of unsuitability.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to prioritize this requirement and to maintain regular communication with their assigned Personnel Security Specialist throughout the process.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g. Peace Corps AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g. professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

BASIC REQUIREMENT(S):
Public Law 97-35 requires that persons who administer radiologic procedures meet the credentialing standards in 42 CFR Part 75. Essentially they must (1) have successfully completed an educational program that meets or exceeds the standards described in that regulation and is accredited by an organization recognized by the Department of Education and (2) be certified as radiographers in their field. The following meet these requirements:

1. Persons employed by the Federal Government as radiologic personnel prior to the effective date of the regulation (January 13 1986) who show evidence of current or fully satisfactory performance or certification of such from a licensed practitioner such as a doctor of medicine osteopathy dentistry podiatry or chiropractic who prescribes radiologic procedures to others.
2. Persons first employed by the Federal Government as radiologic personnel after the effective date of the regulation who (a) received training from institutions in a State or foreign jurisdiction that did not accredit training in that particular field at the time of graduation or (b) practiced in a State or foreign jurisdiction that did not license that particular field or did not allow special eligibility to take a licensure examination for those who did not graduate from an accredited educational program provided that such persons show evidence of training experience and competence as determined by OPM or the employing agency.

Specialized Experience: Experience in the operation of diagnostic radiology equipment under the direction of radiologists or other medical officers to produce radiographic studies used in medical diagnosis and treatment.
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Education and Training: Qualifying educational programs for radiography and radiation therapy technology are available in accredited colleges universities hospitals medical schools or postsecondary technical or vocational schools. Education or training from programs based in hospitals must have been from those hospitals that were accredited at the time of the education or training by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Hospitals or by the American Osteopathic Association.

In addition to the Basic Requirements you must also meet the Minimum Qualifications stated below-

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
GS-05: Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: Performing routine diagnostic radiographic procedures including: producing digital images of routine views of the body (i.e. chest joints feet hands long bones of arms and legs) under general supervision of a Radiologist.
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Completion of a full-time training course of at least 24 months duration in a post-high school radiography program. Training from programs based in hospitals must have been from those hospitals that were accredited at the time of the education or training by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Hospitals or by the American Osteopathic Association.
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Completion of a 1 year course for medical radiologic technicians in the Armed Forces.
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Completion of a 4-year course of study leading to a bachelors degree with courses in radiography radiation therapy technology or other related radiographic studies attained from an accredited college university medical school or post- secondary technical or vocational school.
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A combination of education and experience.

GS-06: Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: Performing basic diagnostic radiology procedures under close supervision including standard x-rays and routine imaging studies. This experience includes preparing and positioning patients following physician orders and ensuring patient safety during procedures. Experience applying fundamental radiation protection practices operating radiographic equipment and producing clear images for review by senior technologists or radiologists. Duties include assisting with portable x-rays maintaining supplies and equipment and documenting completed exams.

GS-07: Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: Independently performing routine diagnostic radiology procedures including portable and fluoroscopic examinations in both inpatient and outpatient settings. This includes selecting technical factors positioning patients and ensuring radiation safety standards are applied. Experience providing age-appropriate care across multiple patient populations maintaining accurate imaging records and scheduling exams according to priority. Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare staff to ensure timely and accurate imaging support and have made minor equipment adjustments as needed.
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One year of graduate level education directly related to the work of the position.
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A combination of graduate level education and specialized experience as described above.

Click on the following link to view occupational requirements for this position: 0647 - Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist; Group Standard - Technical and Medical Support Positions.

You must meet all qualification requirements by the respective cut-off day of rating to be eligible for consideration.