Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Mammography)

Indian Health Service; Browning (MT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Indian Health Service, Blackfeet Service Unit, is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform mammography and related breast imaging procedures. The position reports to their Supervisory Diagnostic Radiology Technologist and requires ARRT Mammography certification per selective factors.

Public Law 97-35 credentialing standards apply; REAL ID compliance is required for appointment. Candidates must present two forms of identification prior to appointment.

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience performing mammography screening and breast imaging.
• One year of experience independently performing digital radiology, bone density and mammography exams.

Skills

Mammography

Patient positioning

Screening procedures

Education

Accredited radiologic program

Tools

Mammography equipment

Job description

This position is located at the Blackfeet Service Unit within the Indian Health Service. The position will report to the Supervisory Diagnostic Radiology Technologist or designee. A REAL ID will be required beginning May 7, 2025, in accordance with 6 C.F.R. 37.5 (2021). Prior to the appointment, candidates must present two valid forms of identification. If one of the documents is a state-issued ID or driver's license, it must be REAL ID-compliant.

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.

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

SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR:

Select factors are knowledge, skills, abilities, or special qualifications that are in addition to the minimum requirements in a qualification standard, but are determined to be essential to perform the duties and responsibilities of this position. APPLICANTS WHO DO NOT MEET THE FOLLOWING SELECTIVE FACTORS ARE INELIGIBLE FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION: American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Mammography (M). (Please provide a copy with your application). You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement.