Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Ultrasound)

Quick Facts

• Role: Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Ultrasound)
• Location: Blackfeet Service Unit (IHS)
• Reporting to: Supervisory Diagnostic Radiology Technologist
• Housing subsidy: Up to $792 per pay period (GS-8) or up to $900 per pay period (GS-9)
• Identification: REAL ID compliant required beginning May 7, 2025

Description

Perform comprehensive diagnostic ultrasound examinations for abdominal, obstetric/gynecologic, vascular, and soft tissue indications. Select appropriate transducers and imaging parameters, identify normal/abnormal findings, and record representative images and exam results in radiology systems for radiologist interpretation. This federal role also includes suitability requirements such as a background investigation and financial responsibility review.

Responsibilities

• Perform abdominal, obstetric/gynecologic, vascular, and soft tissue sonographic studies
• Independently select transducers and imaging parameters
• Identify normal and abnormal findings; select representative images
• Record exam results in radiology systems for radiologist interpretation
• Operate and maintain ultrasound systems

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship
• Selective Service registration for eligible males
• Successful completion of a federal background investigation
• Meet radiologic procedure credentialing standards in 42 CFR Part 75 (Public Law 97-35) and be certified as a radiographer
• Comply with IHS employee immunization policy if assigned to an IHS healthcare facility
• On-call hours or standby duty may be required
• Provide REAL ID-compliant identification and two valid forms of ID prior to appointment
• Financial suitability: demonstrate financial responsibility and satisfy legal obligations

Minimum Qualifications

• GS-8: At least 1 year of specialized experience performing ultrasound imaging under supervision, preparing patients, documenting procedures, and storing images
• GS-9: At least 1 year of specialized experience performing diagnostic ultrasound per established clinical protocols, obtaining/evaluating high-quality sonographic images, verifying exam orders, and maintaining ultrasound equipment including routine quality-control activities

Selective Placement Factor (GS-9)

• Sonography-specific national registry certification: ARDMS or ARRT in Sonography or Vascular Sonography

Benefits

• Comprehensive U.S. government benefits package (eligibility depends on position type)
• Direct deposit required
• Potential recruitment or relocation incentives (requires at least a 6-month service agreement)