This position is located in the Mammography section of the Radiology/Medical Imaging Department of the Billings Area, Blackfeet Service Unit in Browning, Montana. The purpose of this position is to perform as a Registered Diagnostic Mammography Technologist and case manager for all abnormal beast health situation. Specifically, the incumbent applies state of the art strategies to reduce health risks associated with breast cancer.

Duties

Applies in-depth knowledge of the principles and techniques of mammography to perform screening, diagnostic, and invasive mammography with accuracy precision, and high quality. Responsible for standard specialized views and tomosynthesis in mammography. Interprets examination requests accurately; recognizes mammograms which illustrates the lesions and develops them through control of contrast, density, etc., to optimize their clarity for diagnostic use; and recognizes when additional scans or different positions are needed to fully illustrate the lesions. Independently determines the need for compression views, magnification views or other standard / specialized views, as outlines in departmental policy. Orders and maintains supplies. Plans, Develops, implements, maintains, and evaluates a comprehensive program designed to promote breast cancer screening. Performs overall case management of all breast health problems, including tracking of abnormal results from breast cancer screening tests.

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying. 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; religious; spiritual; community; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. BASIC REQUIREMENT(S): Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist Series 0647 (opm.gov) In addition to the Basic Requirements, you must also meet the Minimum Qualifications stated below. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-8) in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: Performing Digital Radiological, Bone Density, and Mammography examinations; conducting follow-up of abnormal mammograms; complying with federal mammography standards. AND SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR: Certification with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in radiology and mammography. (Please provide a copy with your application). Time In Grade Federal employees in the competitive service are also subject to the Time-In-Grade Requirements: Merit Promotion (status) candidates must have completed one year of service at the next lower grade level. Time-In-Grade provisions do not apply under the Excepted Service Examining Plan (ESEP). You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement.

Education

There are no education requirements.

Contacts

• Address Blackfeet Service Unit PO Box 760 760 Hospital Circle Browning, MT 59417 US
• Name: Kandis Real Bird
• Phone: 406-208-1984
• Email: [email protected]