Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA • Fort Leonard Wood, MO

23d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is located at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri, and is a direct-hire solicitation. The Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist assists radiologists with specialized and invasive procedures and independently performs routine to complex diagnostic procedures. The role also includes portable imaging in the operating room and other hospital areas, checking radiographs for quality before radiologist interpretation, and front-desk responsibilities such as receiving and scheduling patients and explaining examinations in person and by telephone.

The position requires current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and entails recurring interaction with children and youth under age 18. It is designated mission essential, so the incumbent must report during contingency operations, natural disasters, extreme weather, and other emergencies. Irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, holidays, or varying schedules, may be required.

Requirements

• Meet the radiology certification and education standards described in 42 CFR Part 75; attach radiology certification and transcripts, subject to the stated exceptions for certain federal radiology personnel.
• Meet one of the following qualification paths: one year of specialized experience performing radiologic examinations and preparing or administering contrast; one full year of related graduate-level education; or an acceptable combination of education and experience totaling at least 100% of the requirements.
• Obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association; advanced certification does not replace BLS.
• Consent to seasonal influenza vaccination or provide a recognized exemption.
• Complete a pre-placement medical examination and required annual physical examinations.
• Complete required immunization screening; Hepatitis B immunization is required for positions with direct patient contact, and other immunizations may be required depending on the position.
• Meet suitability or fitness requirements, including a personnel security investigation and the position’s initial and periodic background-investigation requirements related to recurring interaction with minors.
• Submit to pre-employment screening and random drug testing, including random drug urinalysis.
• Be able to perform moderate to heavy lifting up to 40 pounds.
• Provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
• If applicable, male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• Complete the required one-year probationary period and meet the agency’s continued-employment determination.
• Use direct deposit for pay.
• Be available to report during contingency operations, natural disasters, extreme weather, or other emergencies.
• Applicants relying on foreign education must provide the required evaluation or evidence of U.S. institutional credit.

Responsibilities

• Assist radiologists in performing specialized and invasive procedures.
• Prepare sterile supplies, contrast materials, catheters, and other equipment.
• Independently perform routine to complex diagnostic procedures.
• Perform portable radiographic imaging in the operating room and other hospital areas using radiographic equipment.
• Review radiographs for quality before radiologist interpretation.
• Receive patients, schedule examinations, and explain examination methods in person and over the telephone.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level