Clarification from the agency

Open to current permanent Department of Veteran Affairs employees, current permanent Federal employees of other agencies and all US Citizens.

Major duties but, not are limited to:

• Accurately operates a wide variety of imaging equipment to obtain examinations of acceptable quality, utilizing the least amount of radiation to obtain quality imaging for diagnosis and localization purposes.
• Technologist works under the supervision of the Section Supervisor and/or Lead Technologist and rotates all responsibilities within the CT and General Radiology section. He/she works independently on most
  exams and will confers with Radiologists and Section Supervisor and/or Lead Technologist on more
  difficult problems. Work is spot-checked for achievement of objectives.
• Performs all aspects of CT imaging by standardized protocols as directed by the radiologist to include:
  Head, Neck, Chest, Abdomen, Pelvis Extremities, 3D Reconstructions of CT, Multi-Planar Reformats CT and
  Angiographic studies when requested and/or when part of a standard procedure. Performs all aspects of
  CT Interventional Radiography, including Biopsies, RF Ablations, Abscess drainages, cyst aspirations, etc.
  Performs CT Angiography of the Circle of Willis, Carotids, Abdominal Aortas, Run-Off's, and CT
  Myelography utilizing specialized series to visualize the anatomy and pathology necessary for diagnosis.
• Technologist will operate all radiographic and fluoroscopic equipment; perform all types of radiographic,
  tomographic and fluoroscopic procedures. Works closely with the professional staff involved in
  radiographic and fluoroscopic examinations.
• Technologist will independently perform examinations of the head, entire spine, chest, abdomen, and
  extremities, using direct radiography (DR). All examinations are processed digitally. This work includes
  computer manipulation (window/level), correct orientation of the images (hanging protocol), patient
  acquisition through work list and releasing images to storage system (PACS) and burning of images to CD.
  Knowledge of procedures and protocols results in accurate and properly processed radiographs.
• The employee must also be aware of and practice the safety policies and procedures of the Medical
  Center and participate in quality assurance activities as directed.
• Applies Infection Control practices and procedures for patients and staff, as mandated by the Medical
  Center and Radiology Service Infection Control policies. Applies safety procedures for self, patients and
  others as mandated by Radiology Service Safety policies for all imaging modalities. Properly operates all
  electrical and mechanical equipment, is cognizant of basic safety practices related to the use of the
  assigned equipment. Adheres to hospital infection control and safety policies/techniques with emphasis
  on sterile technique; the storage of sterile supplies; the disposal of body fluids and 'sharps'; proper attire;
  hand washing practices; and continuing education.
• Responsible to adhering to the Reusable Medical Equipment (RME) policies and procedures within the
  Radiology Service

Conditions of employment

• You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job.
• All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
• Subject to background/security investigation.
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.
• Must pass pre-employment physical examination.
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
• Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement.

• your performance and conduct;
• the needs and interests of the agency;
• whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
• whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Qualifications

The 2-page Resume requirement does not apply to this occupational series. For more information, refer to Required Documents below.

Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.

Basic Requirements:

United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.

English Language Proficiency. Candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f).

Certification-Documentation Submitted. All applicants must be certified in general radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology, Radiography (ARRT) (R). Advanced ARRT certification is required for assignments that include computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), [or Mammography (M) duties performed independently, as applicable]. Advanced certification indicates that the incumbent [can operate independently] and has demonstrated specific clinical competency in the appropriate specialty and taken and passed the designated examination. [In modalities that require advanced certification, to support their continued development, technologists who do not possess an advanced certification may be provided on the job training with oversight from a certified radiologic technologist.

Education. Completion of a full-time training course of at least 24 months in duration (or the 2 equivalent) in a post-high school diagnostic radiologic technology program, evidenced by a certificate or an associate degree, accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) or from [other accrediting agencies as recognized by the Department of Education (DOE).

NOTE: Assignment to the clinical program director requires meeting JRCERT minimum educational standards as noted in the assignment description.

May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria).

Grade Determinations: GS-07: .Experience: At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level directly related to the position being filled that demonstrates the clinical competencies described at that level.

Assignments. For all assignments above the full performance level, the higher-level duties must consist of significant scope, complexity (difficulty), and range of variety, and be performed by the 11 incumbent at least 25% of the time. DRTs at this grade level may be appointed to one of the following assignments:

Preferred Experience: Preferred recent CT and X-ray experience.

Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/.

This position is above full performance level.

Physical Requirements: See VA Handbook Directive 5019.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain active until December 31, 2025. The initial eligibility review cutoff date is October 24, 2025, with subsequent review dates occurring every 15 days thereafter until all positions are filled.

Area of Consideration - Eligible applications will be reviewed and referred in the following order:

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:

• Resume, required. - Your resume must include the following information for each job listed: Job title, Grade Level (for Federal positions), Duties (be as detailed as possible and ensure they demonstrate how you meet the specialized experience and/or Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required for the position Month & Year start/end dates (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008), Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week).
• Copy of Certification: American Registry of Radiology Technology in Radiography (ARRT) (CT).

• Cover Letter
• DD-214/ Statement of Service
• Disability Letter (VA)
• Copy of Certification: American Registry of Radiology Tecnology in Radiography (ARRT) (CT)
• Other (2)
• Professional Certification
• Proof of Marriage Status
• Resume
• Separation Notice (RIF)
• SF-15
• SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
• Transcript

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