Clarification from the agency

NOTE: The 2-page Resume requirement does not apply to this position. For more information, refer to Required Documents below. This vacancy is open to U.S. Citizens * In accordance with Office of the Chief Human Capital Officer (OCHCO) Bulletin, Annual Determination of Staffing Shortages dated 9/25/2025, Veteran's Preference will not be applied to this occupation.

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Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Perform radiographic examinations. Using various methods of data acquisition, including standard axial scanning, perform cluster scanning, and helical, spiral, or continuous scanning. Perform image manipulation and display function such as retrospective reconstruction, multi-planar reformatting, and 3-dimensional reformatting.
• Perform examinations of different anatomical parts of the body and vasculature with and without contrast materials as determined by the physician. Set up exam room, assuring supplies, contrast materials, catheters, and other requested equipment is present. Prepare and administer contrast materials under the general supervision of a Radiologist. Establish IV lines and check for patency prior to injecting contrast materials as determined by the radiologist.
• Maintain permanent storage of scans on optical disk or CD and has the ability to record and retrieve information from this archival system. Determine technical factors, positioning, number, and thickness of scan cuts to satisfy the requirements of the examination.
• Evaluate scans while In progress and notify the radiologist or referring physician of significant scans/studies requiring their immediate attention and visualization while patient is undergoing examination. Determine if additional slices are needed through an area of abnormality if physician is not immediately available.
• Maintain records of patients treated, examinations performed, views taken, settings used, contrast lot numbers, amount of contrast given and contrast reaction occurrence. Maintain good patient care by checking IV's, catheter, monitors, and oxygen set-up throughout the patient's stay in the department.
• Coordination of operation of auxiliary equipment such as suction, medical gases, the positioning of patients and operation of the basic x-ray equipment. Use basic formulas to calculate technical factors. Examination procedures are frequently and additionally complex due to the serious illness or injury, mental or physical capacity of the patient.
• Special procedure personnel are in contact with patients and their families, radiology employees such as hospital residents, staff radiologists, and ward clerks, nurses, doctors, and other ancillary personnel common to a hospital setting. Explain procedures to patients and family members, providing reassurance and alleviating anxieties. Provide and receive information from staff radiologists on procedures, techniques, and related equipment.
• Responsible for providing support and troubleshooting system application and hardware issues related to digital image processing, storage, and display systems. This role includes instructing users on the proper operation of digital imaging systems to ensure efficient and effective use.
• Performs VistA radiology, VistA imaging, and PACS support activities, which encompass general ADPAC duties such as user access control. They coordinate contingency plans during equipment downtimes and initiate repair requests with the appropriate services or vendors to ensure minimal disruption to operations.
• Oversees the functionality of PACS display workstations, speech recognition hardware, and other medical imaging hardware. Training radiologists, technologists, and other clients in the use of imaging hardware and software for integrated PACS and VistA imaging systems is a key responsibility.
• When necessary, the PACS Technologist may also function as a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (DRT), handling complex modalities such as CT, MR, mammography, ultrasound, and/or IR.

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Work Schedule: 7AM - 3:30PM, Monday - Friday
Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized
Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases.
Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year)
Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior [work experience] or military service experience.
Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child.
Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66.
Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA
Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)
Telework: Not Available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: 00000
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

Conditions of employment

• You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job.
• All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
• Subject to background/security investigation.
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
• Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement.

As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1 or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider:

• your performance and conduct;
• the needs and interests of the agency;
• whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
• whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement.

Basic Requirements:

• United States Citizenship. Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
• English Language Proficiency. DRTs must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d), and 7407(d).
• Certification. All applicants must be certified in general radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology, Radiography (ARRT) (R).
  • Advanced ARRT certification is required for assignments that include magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Advanced certification indicates that the incumbent can operate independently and has demonstrated specific clinical competency in the appropriate specialty and taken and passed the designated examination.
• Education. Completion of a full-time training course of at least 24 months in duration (or the 2 equivalent) in a post-high school diagnostic radiologic technology program, evidenced by a certificate or an associate degree, accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) or from other accrediting agencies as recognized by the Department of Education (DOE).

Grade Determinations:
Advanced Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (MRI), GS-10.

Experience: At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-9) directly related to the position being filled that demonstrates the clinical competencies described at that level.

In addition to the experience listed above, the candidate must demonstrate all of the following technical Knowledge, Skills, and abilities (KSAs):

1. Knowledge of radiation protection standards, devices and techniques, including concepts of accumulated dosage, dose monitoring, and genetic changes.
2. Ability to utilize advanced imaging software that supports complex imaging programs and recognize changes in equipment and procedures that might result in increased exposures, and ability to recommend methods to prevent such exposures.
3. Knowledge of basic physics including concepts of energy, electric power, magnetic fields, and properties of x-ray, to understand the operation of the equipment.
4. Knowledge and skill in positioning of patients for a wide variety of highly complex imaging (CT, MRI, IR, ultrasound, mammography) studies.

Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/.

The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-10

Physical Requirements: Heavy lifting (45 lbs. and over), moderate lifting and carrying (15-44 lbs.), light carrying (under 15 lbs.), use of fingers, both hands, walking, standing, repeated bending, ability to see computer screen, hearing (aid may be permitted), and exposure to hospital hazards. Environmental factors include dry atmospheric conditions, silica, asbestos, etc. working closely with others, working alone, and exposure to magnetic fields.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Your application, resume, C.V., and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment.

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; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process to verify information provided by a candidate (e.g., on resume or during interview or hiring process); gain additional knowledge regarding a candidate's abilities; and assist a hiring manager with making a final selection for a position.

It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.

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