Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist GS-0647-07

Civilian Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist

This position is located at NAVY HOSPITAL PENSACOLA, Pensacola, FL.

Assure sterile supplies, contrast materials, catheters, and other required equipment are present and arranged appropriately in the imaging suite.

Administer contrast under the supervision of the attending physician.

Assist the radiologist during the procedure and perform follow up imaging independently.

Perform a variety routine to complex diagnostic radiographic procedures.

Ensure all radiographs demonstrate the required anatomy for dictation by the radiologist.

Assist radiologists with fluoroscopic and other special radiographic examinations which require the administration of contrast material.

In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. 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; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Basic Requirement for Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist: Radiology Certification: Public Law 97-35 requires that persons who administer radiologic procedures meet the credentialing standards in 42 CFR Part 75. Essentially, they must (1) 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. In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes performing radiographic procedures or examinations and maintaining/troubleshooting equipment. OR Education: One full year of graduate level education in a field directly related to the work of the position, such as Diagnostic Radiology/Radiography. OR Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) by 18. Add the two percentages.