X-Ray Technologist (CT)

Indian Health Service; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the Indian Health Service as an X-Ray Technologist (CT) in Santa Fe, NM, where you will perform critical imaging services. You will be responsible for CT examinations, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining documentation in a mission-driven healthcare environment.

The ideal candidate has completed an accredited radiologic program and holds relevant certification. Responsibilities include operating imaging equipment and collaborating with healthcare teams to support American Indian communities.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of an accredited radiologic technology educational program.
• Current certification/registration as a radiographer.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform CT examinations using advanced imaging protocols.
• Administer and monitor contrast materials for patient safety.
• Collaborate with radiologists and maintain accurate imaging documentation.

Skills

Computed Tomography (CT)

Patient Safety

Radiation Safety

Electronic Documentation

Education

Accredited Radiologic Technology Program

Certification as Radiographer

Job description

Overview

Join the Indian Health Service as a X‑Ray Technologist (CT) (Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist) and provide essential imaging services in a mission‑driven healthcare environment. Perform CT and diagnostic radiology procedures, support trauma and emergency care, and help deliver quality patient care to American Indian communities.

Professional Responsibilities

• Perform Computed Tomography (CT) examinations using advanced imaging protocols for a variety of patient conditions.
• Administer and monitor contrast materials while ensuring patient safety during imaging procedures.
• Operate CT equipment, select technical factors, and produce diagnostic‑quality images.
• Perform quality control, radiation safety, and troubleshooting activities to support CT operations.
• Collaborate with radiologists and providers while maintaining accurate electronic imaging documentation.

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

Work Conditions

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.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Successful completion of an E‑Verify employment verification check.
• Successful completion of a federal background investigation.
• Debtors must demonstrate financial responsibility as part of the personnel security and suitability determination.
• Must present two valid forms of identification; if one document is a state‑issued ID or driver’s license, it must be REAL ID‑compliant.
• Eligibility to be a contact or control over Indian children, as required by Public Law 101‑630.

Basic Requirements

Applicants must meet the credentialing requirements of Public Law 97‑35 and 42 C.F.R. Part 75 for radiologic personnel. This includes successful completion of an accredited radiologic technology educational program and current certification/registration as a radiographer.

Note: Certain exceptions may apply for individuals employed by the Federal Government before or after January 13, 1986, as described in the original announcement.

Minimum Qualifications

GS‑08: One (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS‑07 grade level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing tasks such as routine CT examinations, patient preparation, equipment operation, contrast administration, and maintaining radiology documentation.

GS‑09: One (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS‑08 grade level in the Federal service performing tasks such as independent CT examinations with advanced protocols, trauma and critically ill patient imaging, advanced equipment operation, contrast management, quality control, radiation dose monitoring, equipment troubleshooting, and collaboration with radiologists.

OR two (2) years (36 semester hours) of graduate education directly related to the position.

OR a master's degree or equivalent directly related to the position.

OR a combination of graduate education and specialized experience; only graduate education beyond the first year (18 semester hours) is creditable toward meeting the specialized experience requirement.

Educational Requirements

Applicants are encouraged to submit transcripts or a list of courses including titles, credit hours, and grades. Unofficial transcripts are accepted in the application package; official transcripts will be required prior to an official offer.

Only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education may be credited. If foreign education is used, a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency must be provided.

Reasonable Accommodation

Applicants who have a disability covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 may request reasonable accommodation for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Requests must be submitted prior to the assessments.

Lawful Requirements

Multiple federal laws and regulations govern background checks, financial suitability, ID compliance, and citizen status. Applicants must comply with all cited statutes and regulations.

Equal Employment Opportunity

This is a federal employment opportunity and is in compliance with federal equal opportunity laws. The Indian Health Service is an equal opportunity employer.