Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Mammography) - GS-0647-08
Overview
Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (GS‑0647‑08) located at Joint Base Langley‑Eustis – Langley Air Force Base in Hampton, Virginia.
Location
Langley Air Force Base, Hampton, Virginia (adjacent to Newport News).
Pay
Salary: $56,713 – $73,724 per year.
Benefits
Working for the Department of Defense includes a competitive compensation package, paid time off, medical benefits, student loan repayment assistance, and a retirement package with a Thrift Savings Plan that includes matching employer contributions. More information: DoD Benefits.
Responsibilities
- Independently performs a complex and diverse array of screening and diagnostic mammography examinations.
- Performs a variety of challenging mammographic examinations with associated quality assurance and quality control measures.
- Manages patient schedules within the Medical Health System.
- Assists radiologists and other health‑care providers with needle localizations, breast ultrasound studies, and other related breast‑health examinations.
- Coordinates imaging and assists the radiologist and radiology residents in image‑guided biopsy, pre‑operative wire and seed localization, and post‑processing images for interpretation.
- Collects, files, and maintains documentation related to the performance of mammograms and resulting studies.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
US citizenship is required.
Basic Requirement – Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Mammography)
- Radiology certification meeting the credentialing standards of 42 CFR Part 75, including completion of an accredited educational program and certification as a radiographer.
- Evidence of current or fully satisfactory performance or certification from a licensed practitioner for those employed prior to 13 January 1986.
- For personnel employed after that date, evidence of training, experience, and competence as determined by the Office of Personnel Management or the employing agency.
Specialized Experience
- At least one year of experience performing diagnostic mammography studies.
- Assisting with breast biopsies.
- Maintaining patients’ examination records.
Education cannot be used in lieu of experience for this position.
Applicants must attach a copy of their radiology certification and transcripts.