X-Ray Technologist (CT)

Indian Health Service • Camp Verde, AZ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

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. A REAL ID will be required beginning May 7, 2025, in accordance with 6 C.F.R. 37.5 (2021).

Requirements

• 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.
• Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
• Background Investigation Requirement: This position requires the successful completion of a federal background investigation as a condition of employment.
• Financial Suitability Requirement: This position requires a review of the applicant's financial history as part of the personnel security and suitability determination.
• 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.
• Applicants must meet the credentialing requirements of Public Law 97-35 and 42 CFR Part 75 for radiologic personnel.
• Successful completion of an accredited radiologic technology educational program and current certification/registration as a radiographer.
• Individuals employed by the Federal Government as radiologic personnel before January 13, 1986, may qualify based on evidence of current or satisfactory performance, or certification from a licensed practitioner authorized to prescribe radiologic procedures (such as a physician, osteopath, dentist, podiatrist, or chiropractor).
• Individuals first employed by the Federal Government as radiologic personnel after January 13, 1986, may qualify if they completed training or practiced in a state or foreign jurisdiction where accreditation or licensure was not available in that specialty at the time.
• Applicants must provide acceptable evidence of training, experience, and competency as determined by OPM or the employing agency.
• GS-08: Your resume must demonstrate at least 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 the following type of work and/or tasks: performing routine CT examinations using established imaging protocols and independently conducting routine and complex radiographic examinations, including trauma, fluoroscopic, surgical, and portable studies; preparing and positioning patients for imaging procedures; operating CT and radiographic equipment to obtain diagnostic-quality images; assisting with contrast material administration and patient monitoring; adapting imaging techniques for patient condition; maintaining radiology documentation; identifying equipment malfunctions; and supporting radiation safety, quality assurance, infection control, and radiology operations activities.
• GS-09: 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: independently performing CT examinations using advanced imaging protocols; adapting procedures for trauma and critically ill patients; selecting technical factors, operating CT scanners, and reconstructing diagnostic images; administering contrast materials and monitoring patients for adverse reactions; performing quality control and radiation dose monitoring activities; troubleshooting CT equipment issues; collaborating with radiologists and providers on imaging protocols; and maintaining compliance with radiation safety, accreditation, and electronic documentation requirements.
• Two (2) years (36 semester hours) of graduate education that is directly related to the work of the position.
• A master's degree or equivalent degree in a field that is directly related to the work of the position.
• 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 by the respective cutoff day of rating to be eligible for consideration.

Nice To Haves

• Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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.
• 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.

Benefits

• Recruitment or relocation incentives may be authorized.
• A service agreement will be required; service agreement duration varies by location.
• The Indian Health Service (IHS), National Health Service Corps (NHSC), and the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) have student loan repayment programs for qualifying health disciplines.
• Opportunities for LRP are based on agency hiring priorities and availability of funds.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree