Lead Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist

About the role

The position is within the Radiology Department of the Blackfeet Service Unit and will report to the Supervisory Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist. A REAL ID will be required beginning May 7, 2025, in accordance with 6 C.F.R. 37.5 (2021). Prior to appointment, candidates must present two valid forms of identification; if one of the documents is a state‑issued ID or driver’s license, it must be REAL ID‑compliant.

Responsibilities

• Perform CT and Radiology examinations per request using proper technical factor when operating radiographic or CT equipment.
• Review the diagnostic images taken to evaluate quality before the patient is finished with the exam.
• Distribute and balance workload among employees in accordance with established work flow.
• Instruct employees in specific tasks and job techniques and make available written instructions, reference material and supplies.
• Keep employees informed of procedures, policies, directives, available services, latest program developments and/or changes.

Requirements

• Selectee may be subject to a probationary period.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• This is a designated position covered by Public Law 101-630, requiring contact or control over Indian children. The agency must ensure that persons hired for these positions have not been found guilty of or pleaded nolo contendere or guilty to certain crimes.
• IHS Selectees whose duties require them to work permanently, temporarily, or occasionally in an IHS healthcare facility must comply with the IHS Employee Immunization Policy related to vaccine‑preventable diseases, consistent with recommendations for healthcare workers. Vaccine exemption requests may be available, as outlined in the IHS Employee Immunization Policy and facility guidance.
• Background Investigation Requirement: This position requires the successful completion of a federal background investigation as a condition of employment. The investigation verifies identity, employment history, education, and other relevant information to determine suitability for Federal service. Upon receipt of instructions, applicants must complete all required background investigation forms within five (5) calendar days of issuance. Timely completion is critical to avoid delays or a determination of unsuitability. Applicants are strongly encouraged to prioritize this requirement and maintain regular communication with their assigned Personnel Security Specialist.
• Financial Suitability Requirement: This position requires a review of the applicant's financial history as part of the personnel security and suitability determination. Applicants must demonstrate financial responsibility, maintain good standing with creditors, and satisfy all legal financial obligations prior to applying. Individuals with substantial delinquent or unresolved financial obligations—including delinquent federal or state tax liabilities, defaulted federal student loans, court‑ordered fines or fees, or child support arrears—may be deemed unsuitable for employment with the Indian Health Service (IHS).

Qualifications

Basic Requirement(s) – 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. Qualifying pathways include:

• Persons employed by the Federal Government as Radiologic personnel prior to the effective date of the regulation (January 13, 1986) who show evidence of current or fully satisfactory performance or certification from a licensed practitioner (e.g., doctor of medicine, osteopathy, dentistry, podiatry, chiropractic) who prescribes Radiologic procedures.
• Persons first employed by the Federal Government as Radiologic personnel after the effective date who (a) received training from institutions in a State or foreign jurisdiction that did not accredit training in that field at the time of graduation, or (b) practiced in a State or foreign jurisdiction that did not license that field or did not allow special eligibility to take a licensure examination for those who did