Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Mammo/Staff) Job in Fayetteville, NC

Vacancy No. CBTA-12804506-25-LW Department Veterans Health Administration
Salary $76,026.00 to $98,832.00 Grade 9 to 9
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 9/19/2025 Close Date 9/26/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Fayetteville, NC


Summary

The Mammography Technologist performs all duties in the Mammography arena. Technologists operate independently and without direct supervision as the technologist responsible for the performance and coordination of mammography exams. The purpose of these exams is to achieve diagnostic studies so that proper diagnosis and treatment may be effectuated. Also performs a wide variety of complex Diagnostic imaging examinations for patients to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of disease and injury.

Duties

Duties and responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:

  • Maintains effective control of the mammography area by coordinating, planning, organizing and executing the work potential to expedite workflow patterns within the department.
  • Performs diagnostics exams as well as mammography exams.
  • Schedules patient for exams and maintains daily log of patients and procedures to be incorporated into statistical management workload profiles.
  • Receives and positions patient for examination.
  • Explains procedures and actions to allay fears and secure maximum cooperation.
  • Assist the radiologist in the performance of special mammography tests.
  • Receives patients, positions patient, selects and sets technical factors for requested diagnostic examinations.
  • Sets up, adjusts and operates diagnostic radiography equipment.
  • Functions with little or no supervision in the performance of complex radiographic examinations including fluoroscopy, C-Arm, excretory urograms and modified studies.
  • Performs Quality Control procedures, which may include (but not exclusively) the following: automatic processor film strips; fixer retention or hypo test; automatic processor developer temperature measurements; reject/repeat film analysis; screen cleaning regiment; screen film contact; grid alignment and artifacts; mammography equipment phantom and reproducibility; automatic exposure control density and field sensitivity; darkroom safelight and integrity tests; view box consistency and uniformity; compression test.
  • Responsible for creating, implementing, collecting, critiquing and preparing all mammography documents/ reports for up-to-date data to ensure that the ACR, FDA and VA mandates are always within the prescribed standards.
  • Responsible for submitting annual updates to the ACR to ensure compliance and continued operation of mammography section. Every three years, submits hard copy films and associated documents to the ACR. The ACR review data and films will determine if the medical center can continue to operate under its current or renewed license.
  • Recognizes anatomy and its pathology and makes adjustments as necessary to ensure that proper identification of said anatomy is well visualized in order to achieve optimal diagnosis by the radiologist.
  • Keeps abreast of technological advances in the fields of mammography.
  • Maintains ARRT and BCLS license/ certifications.
  • Ensures that the examination rooms and work rooms are kept clean and neat in appearance.
  • Provides reports of accomplishments, proposals for improved effectiveness and state of equipment.
  • Assists the radiologist in performing complex procedures such as biopsies, needle punctures, fistulograms, etc.
  • Troubleshoots equipment used in mammography by monitoring the daily, weekly, and quarterly QC procedures to make suggestions about repairs and/or adjustments.
  • Must recognize and report major equipment malfunctions within a timely manner to Radiology Manager or a BioMed Representative.
  • Coordinates incoming and outgoing image movements.
  • Dispatches images and reports to outside physicians and hospitals.
  • Maintains a log of all radiographs received from outside sources.
  • Monitors these radiographs to be certain all radiographs on loan are returned in a timely manner to maintain good working relations with outside facilities.
  • Employs up-to-date record keeping and tracking mechanisms.
  • Responsible for explaining exams to patients in terms the patient will comprehend as well as recognize potential hazards.
  • May be required by procedure or patient's condition to monitor vital signs, recognize allergic reactions and initiate cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
  • Receives and interprets all mammography radiology requests.
  • Inputs pertinent radiology information into computer.
  • Register, cancel and edit requests via the computer radiology information system (RIS).
  • Compiles computer generated Radiology reports and distributes to appropriate clinics and physicians.
  • Validates and sends lay summary letter to every patient once the mammogram has been reported by a radiologist and communicates consults as needed.
  • Maintains all BIRAD reports as mandated by the FDA and ACR.
  • Properly identifies patient films using flash identifiers, L & R markers, and positional markers. This is essential to prevent mistaken identity of films.
  • Must be certain patient identification and the requests are identical.
  • Ensures that all mammograms images or films are displayed appropriately.
  • All other duties assigned.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm. (Position will require On-Call back up and holiday rotation required for diagnostic radiology).
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required
Functional Statement #: 00000

Requirements

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.
  • You may be required to serve a trial period.
  • 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.
  • Must pass pre-employment physical examination.
  • Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).

Qualifications

Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.

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.
  • Certification: All applicants must be certified in general radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) (R). Advanced ARRT certification is required for Computed Tomography (CT) and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI). Advanced certification indicates that the technologist 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 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).
  • Credentialing Standards. Public Law 97-35, the Consumer-Patient Radiation Health and Safety Act of 1981, requires that persons who administer radiologic procedures meet the credentialing standards in 42 CFR Part 75, Standards for the Accreditation of Educational Programs and the Credentialing of Radiographic Personnel. Essentially, they must 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 U.S. Department of Education and be certified as radiographers in their field.

Grade Determinations:GS-09: In addition to the basic requirements for employment as listed above, applicants must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-08 grade level independently providing radiologic services with occasional oversight or direction for highly complex issues.
Examples of qualifying experience includes, but is not limited to:
experience checking radiologic systems for operation and assessing acceptable performance based on established guidelines; making calibration parameter adjustments as needed; monitoring a patients physiologic changes during procedures and keeping the radiologist informed, experience with the patients clinical record, diagnosis, and laboratory results; experience using tact, diplomacy, and courtesy in dealings with the customer base, patients, staff, family, visitors, and volunteers; experience utilizing knowledge of anatomy and physiology, and cross-sectional anatomy, recognizing unusual images, and determining proper positioning to best demonstrate areas of interest.

References: VA Handbook 5005/77, Part II, Appendix G25, Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist Qualification Standard, GS-647.The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-09. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is GS-09.

Physical Requirements: Work requires physical exertion such as periods of standing (up to 7 hours), walking (up to 7 hours), repeated bending (.5 hours), straight pulling (.5 hours), pushing (.5 hours), use of fingers, both hands required, ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously, reaching above the shoulder, moderate carrying (15 - 44 pounds), heavy lifting (45 pounds and over). Ability to read printed material without strain (glasses permitted), visual requirement 20/50 or better in one eye, ability to distinguish basic colors. Mental and emotional stability. Ability to hear conversational voice (aid permitted)

Education

Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Additional information

Receiving Service Credit or Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or military service experience. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed.

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How You Will Be Evaluated

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

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Required Documents

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:

  • Professional Certification
  • Resume



The following documents are accepted, and may be required if applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this position. Please ensure you have included all documents required for your application, such as a copy of your transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50's (current/former Federal employees), etc.

  • Cover Letter
  • DD-214/ Statement of Service
  • Disability Letter (Schedule A)
  • Disability Letter (VA)
  • License
  • Other (1)
  • PCS Orders
  • Performance Appraisal
  • Professional Certification
  • Resume
  • Separation Notice (RIF)
  • SF-15
  • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
  • Transcript


Veterans' Preference: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), 10pt (CP/CPS/XP), or for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP) in the questionnaire. You must provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) which shows dates and character of service (honorable, general, etc.). If you are currently serving on active duty and expect to be released or discharged within 120 days you must submit documentation related to your active duty service which reflects the dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), and dates of impending separation. Additionally, disabled veterans and others eligible for 10-point preference (such as widows or mothers of eligible Veterans) must also submit an SF-15 "Application for 10 Point Veteran Preference" with required proof as stated on the form. Documentation is required to award preference. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit Feds Hire Vets - Veterans - Job Seekers - Veterans' Preference.

Veterans' preference does not apply for internal or other current permanent Federal agency employees.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the full questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 09/26/2025 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12804506.

  1. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
  2. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.

NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.

Agency contact information

Ltanya Walker
Address
Fayetteville NC VA Medical Center
2300 Ramsey Street
Fayetteville, NC 28301
US

Next steps

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NOTE: Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment and a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). It is a requirement that all HCP to receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons. Wearing a face mask is required when an exemption to the influenza vaccination has been granted. HCP in violation of this directive may face disciplinary action up to and including removal from federal service. HCP are individuals who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations or who come into contact with VA patients or other HCP as part of their duties. VHA locations include, but are not limited to, VA hospitals and associated clinics, community living centers (CLCs), community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary units, Vet centers and VA-leased medical facilities. HCP include all VA licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, remote and onsite, paid and without compensation, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee basis employees, VA contractors, researchers, volunteers and health professions trainees (HPTs) who are expected to perform any or all of their work at these facilities. HPTs may be paid or unpaid and include residents, interns, fellows and students. HCP also includes VHA personnel providing home-based care to Veterans and drivers and other personnel whose duties put them in contact with patients outside VA medical facilities.


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