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Advanced Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist

Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs

This job in plain English

This is a full-time Advanced Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist job at the Minneapolis VA Medical Center in Minnesota, part of the Veterans Health Administration. The technologist works on the cardiac catheterization team and carries out complex heart and vessel imaging procedures on their own. There is 1 vacancy, the work is a weekday day schedule, and the job is permanent and in-person only.

1 vacancy

Can you apply?

Yes, if you are a U.S. citizen: this job is open to everyone.

  • Open to everyoneAny U.S. citizen or national can apply. Some jobs also accept non-citizens; the announcement says so.

The posting is open to U.S. citizens, nationals, and people who owe allegiance to the U.S. The agency also says current permanent federal employees of other agencies may apply.

What you would do

  • Perform complex invasive cardiovascular and radiological procedures with the cardiologist
  • Prepare patients and equipment for angiography, angioplasty, and pacemaker procedures
  • Determine technical settings, positioning, and angles for the best views of vessels
  • Troubleshoot PACS imaging system problems and help staff with technical issues
  • Evaluate trainees and less experienced technologists and report their progress
  • Lead the team's practice for removing sheaths and stopping bleeding after procedures

Do you qualify for GS-10?

With experience: The announcement requires at least 1 year of experience at the next lower grade level, listed as GS-10, that is directly related to this job and shows the clinical skills described for that level.

With education: You must have finished a full-time diagnostic radiologic technology program of at least 24 months, or the equivalent, with a certificate or associate degree. The program must be accredited by JRCERT or another recognized accrediting agency. Only schools recognized by the U.S. Department of Education count.

Licenses and certifications you need:

  • Certification in general radiologic technology from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), Radiography
  • Advanced ARRT certification for CT, MRI, or mammography duties done independently, if applicable

How to apply well

What to send:

  • Long-form resume or curriculum vitae (CV)
  • Professional certification (ARRT)
  • Transcript
  • Responses to the knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs), recommended
  • Cover letter, if applicable
  • DD-214 or statement of service, if applicable
  • VA disability letter, if applicable
  • SF-15, if applicable
  • SF-50 if you are a current or former federal employee
  • Performance appraisal, if applicable

How you will be rated: You are rated on how well you meet the qualifications, based on your questionnaire and documents, and your experience will be verified. Eligible applications are referred in order: federal employees of other agencies first, then all other applicants.

Tips for this job:

  • The 2-page resume limit does not apply here, so send a long-form resume or CV that lists your duties and dates clearly.
  • Upload both your ARRT certification and your program transcript, since the posting lists them as required.
  • The agency says it will not assume your experience, so describe your advanced clinical work specifically and completely.

Good to know before you apply

Schedule: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm.

Incentives and relocation: The Student Loan Repayment Program may apply, up to $40,000 a year and $100,000 in total, with a 3-year service agreement. Recruitment and relocation incentives are not authorized.

Conditions of employment:

  • Must be a U.S. citizen
  • Drug test (urinalysis) before appointment
  • Selective Service registration for males born after 12/31/1959
  • Must be proficient in spoken and written English
  • Background and security investigation
  • Online onboarding with acceptable ID; non-REAL ID driver's licenses are not accepted
  • Seasonal flu vaccination required, or an approved exemption with a face mask
  • 1 or 2-year trial period
  • Pre-employment physical examination or evaluation
  • Excepted service position that does not confer competitive status

We wrote this summary automatically from the official announcement. The announcement on USAJOBS is the only one that counts: read it before you apply.

Job details

Salary
$94,296 – $122,578 per year
Pay scale and grade
GS-10 · General Schedule
Location
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Appointment
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Excepted
Openings
1
Security clearance
Not Required
Travel
Not required
Drug test
Not required
Supervisory
No
Occupation
Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (0647)
Announcement
CBSY-13099264-27-AMB

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