Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Mammography)

Summary

This position is located within the Radiology Department with Chinle Service Unit in Chinle, AZ. The incumbent provides certified diagnostic mammography technology and case manager for all abnormal breast health situations. 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.

Duties

Performs the full range of screening and diagnostic mammograms, including specialized and follow-up studies. Positions patients accurately to obtain high-quality images, selects technical factors, and adapts methods for patients with implants, surgical changes, or limited mobility. Performs daily, weekly, and monthly mammography QC tests (e.g., phantom images, dose checks, equipment calibration). Ensures compliance with FDA Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA), American College of Radiology (ACR), and IHS policy. Explains mammography procedures, addresses patient concerns, and ensures comfort, dignity, and privacy. Provides education on breast health, self-care practices, and follow-up requirements. Works closely with radiologists to ensure appropriate imaging studies are obtained. Adheres to radiation safety, infection control, and patient safety protocols.

Qualifications

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. Individual Occupational Requirements 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 In addition, to the Basic Requirements, you must also meet the Minimum Qualifications stated below- 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. Two (2) years (36 semester hours) of graduate education that is directly related to the work of the position. OR A master's degree or equivalent degree in a field that is directly related to the work of the position. OR 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 within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement.