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Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist

Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs

This job in plain English

This is a full-time Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist job at the Battle Creek VA Medical Center in Battle Creek, Michigan, part of the Veterans Health Administration. The staff technologist performs X-ray and imaging exams for Veterans and also coordinates and reviews radiology exams for care given outside the VA through Community Care. There is one vacancy, it is a permanent position, and it includes a 1 or 2-year trial period.

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 job is open to the public, but you must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, or someone who owes allegiance to the U.S. Veterans' preference is waived for this announcement because of a critical staffing shortage.

What you would do

  • Perform radiographic exams using proper exposure techniques and portable or stationary equipment.
  • Explain exams to patients and obtain proper consent before each exam.
  • Prepare contrast material under the radiologist's direction for fluoroscopy and other exams.
  • Maintain exam records and register patients in the hospital information system.
  • Place consults, referrals, and orders to keep care timely and accurate.
  • Upload radiology records to the electronic health record after reports are complete.

Do you qualify for GS-9?

With experience: You need at least one year of experience at the next lower grade level (one step below GS-9). The experience must be directly related to this job and show the clinical skills needed for this level.

With education: Education is a basic requirement: a full-time diagnostic radiologic technology program of at least 24 months (or equivalent) after high school. It must end in a certificate or associate degree and be accredited by JRCERT or another agency recognized by the Department of Education.

Licenses and certifications you need:

  • Certified in general radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) (R)

How to apply well

What to send:

  • Resume or CV
  • Copy of ARRT (R) certification
  • Transcripts or certificate showing the 24-month radiology program
  • Cover letter
  • SF-50 if you are a current or former federal employee
  • DD-214 if applicable
  • SF-15 if applicable
  • VA disability letter if applicable

How you will be rated: You will be rated on how well you meet the qualifications listed. Your resume, CV, and supporting documents will be verified, and errors or missing information may lower your rating or make you ineligible. The VA may also run pre-employment reference checks.

Tips for this job:

  • Include your ARRT (R) certification and your radiology program transcript or certificate, or you may be rated ineligible.
  • Describe your experience clearly and specifically, because the VA says it will not assume anything about your experience.
  • The 2-page resume requirement does not apply to this position.

Good to know before you apply

Schedule: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Conditions of employment:

  • U.S. citizenship required
  • Drug test (urinalysis) before appointment
  • Selective Service registration for males born after 12/31/1959
  • Must be proficient in written and spoken English
  • Background and security investigation
  • Pre-employment physical evaluation
  • Online onboarding with acceptable ID; non-REAL ID licenses are not accepted
  • Seasonal influenza vaccination required or medical or religious exemption
  • 1 or 2-year trial period
  • Physical demands: long periods of standing, moving and positioning patients

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
$72,890 – $94,762 per year
Pay scale and grade
GS-9 · General Schedule
Location
Battle Creek, Michigan
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
CBSR-13103593-27-CP

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