Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Mammography)

• Performs the full range of screening and diagnostic mammograms including specialized and follow-up studies. Positions patients accurately to obtain high-quality images selects technical factors and adapts methods for patients with implants surgical changes or limited mobility.
• Performs daily weekly and monthly mammography QC tests (e.g. phantom images dose checks equipment calibration). Ensures compliance with FDA Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) American College of Radiology (ACR) and IHS policy.
• Explains mammography procedures addresses patient concerns and ensures comfort dignity and privacy. Provides education on breast health self-care practices and follow-up requirements. Works closely with radiologists to ensure appropriate imaging studies are obtained. Adheres to radiation safety infection control and patient safety protocols.

Selectee may be subject to a 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 whose duties and responsibilities require them to work permanently temporarily or occasionally in an IHS healthcare facility must comply with the IHS Employee Immunization Policy related to vaccine-preventable diseases consistent with recommendations for healthcare workers. Vaccine exemption requests may be available as outlined in the IHS Employee Immunization Policy and facility guidance.

Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify including your rights and responsibilities visit 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.

Financial Suitability Requirement:
This position requires a review of the applicants financial history as part of the personnel security and suitability determination. Applicants must demonstrate financial responsibility maintain good standing with creditors and satisfy all legal financial obligations prior to applying.

Individuals with substantial delinquent or unresolved financial obligations-including but not limited to delinquent federal or state tax liabilities defaulted federal student loans court-ordered fines or fees or child support arrears-may be deemed unsuitable for employment with the Indian Health Service (IHS).

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.

Individual Occupational Requirements
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 (l) 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:

(l) 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

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

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
GS-08: Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-7 grade level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: Provide screening identifies and stimulate improving breast health data by positioning patients and explaining procedures to promote breast cancer screening maintain and use mammography equipment accessories and supplies.

GS-09: Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-8 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 Digital Radiological Bone Density and Mammography examinations; conducting follow-up of abnormal mammograms; complying with federal mammography standards.

Two (2) years (36 semester hours) of graduate education that is directly related to the work of the position.

OR

A masters degree or equivalent degree in a field that is directly related to the work of the position.

OR

A combination of graduate education and specialized experience. Only graduate education in excess of the first year (18 semester hours) is creditable toward meeting the specialized experience requirement.

You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement.