Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Mammography)

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. In addition to the Basic Requirements, you must also meet the Minimum Qualifications and Selective Placement Factor stated below. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-08 grade level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: Digital Radiological exams and mammography exams including conducting screening and diagnostic mammography examinations and complying with National Mammography standards. OR Completed a master’s or equivalent degree in a field that is directly related to the work of the position or completed two full years (36 semester hours) of graduate level education directly related to the work of the position. Or A combination of graduate education and experience that when combined fully meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Selective Placement Factor: Applicants must have in-depth knowledge of the principles and techniques of mammography to perform screening, diagnostic, and invasive mammography with accuracy, precision and high quality as evidenced by possession of a current unrestricted American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) certification in Radiology (R) and Mammography (M). Time In Grade Federal employees in the competitive service are also subject to the Time-In-Grade Requirements: Merit Promotion (status) candidates must have completed one year of service at the next lower grade level. Time-In-Grade provisions do not apply under the Excepted Service Examining Plan (ESEP). You must meet all qualification requirements of the respective cut-off date for application review.
The purpose of this position is to perform as an Advanced Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist who provides Mammography services and serves as a case manager for abnormal breast health cases for the Pine Ridge Service Unit in Pine Ridge, SD. The incumbent will also perform routine diagnostic radiography procedures for patients of all ages. The position reports to the Radiology Department Supervisor.