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Job Title:
DIAGNOSTIC RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGIST
Department:
Department Of The Air Force
Agency:
Air Force Personnel Center
Job Announcement Number:
AFPCMEDDH-324683-0647
SALARY RANGE:
$31,315.00 - $55,844.00 /year
OPEN PERIOD:
Tuesday, February 22, 2011 to Tuesday, February 21, 2012
SERIES & GRADE:
GS-0647-05/08
POSITION INFORMATION:
Multiple SchedulesMultiple Appointment Types
PROMOTION POTENTIAL:
08
DUTY LOCATIONS:
Multiple duty locations - click here for more info
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED:
United States Citizens
JOB SUMMARY:
The mission of the United States Air Force is to deliver sovereign options for the defense of the United States of America and its global interests -- to fly and fight in Air, Space, and Cyberspace. To achieve that mission, the Air Force has a vision of Global Vigilance, Reach and Power. That vision orbits around three core competencies: Developing Airmen, Technology-to-Warfighting and Integrating Operations. Core competencies and distinctive capabilities are based on a shared commitment to three core values -- integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do.
This is a Direct Hire Public Notice; under this recruitment procedure, each installation, identified in this Public Notice will accept applications and make selections for vacancies as they occur. There may or may not be actual/projected vacancies at the time you submit your application. Please read this Public Notice in its entirety prior to submitting your application for consideration.
These positions are being filled under Direct Hiring Authority for certain civilian healthcare professionals positions and are located Air Force-Wide. Positions may be filled as permanent, temporary or term with a full-time or part-time work schedule. Pay will vary by geographic location.
Please send all required documents directly to the Civilian Personnel Section at the base at which you wish to be considered. Additional information specific to the direct hiring authority for positions can be found at the link under the How to Apply tab.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
- Travel and permanent change-of-station expenses will not be paid
- U.S. Citizenship required
- Position will be filled by Direct Hire Authority
- Salary will be adjusted to include special salary rate or locality pay
- Individuals selected may be subject to random drug testing
Additional Duty Location Info:
Many vacancies - Little Rock, AR;Many vacancies - Davis Monthan AFB, AZ;Many vacancies - Luke AFB, AZ;Many vacancies - Dover ARB, DE;Many vacancies - Altus AFB, OK;Many vacancies - Vance AFB, OK;Many vacancies - Langley AFB, VA;Many vacancies - Fairchild AFB, WA;Many vacancies - McChord AFB, WA;Many vacancies - Barksdale AFB, LA;Many vacancies - Offutt AFB, NE;Many vacancies - Cannon AFB, NM;Many vacancies - Holloman AFB, NM;Many vacancies - Kirtland AFB, NM;Many vacancies - Nellis AFB, NV;Many vacancies - Ellsworth AFB, SD;Many vacancies - Kadena ABS, AP;Many vacancies - Misawa, AP;Many vacancies - Yokota, AP;Many vacancies - Mountain Home AFB, ID;Many vacancies - Whiteman AFB, MO;Many vacancies - Pope AFB, NC;Many vacancies - Seymour Johnson AFB, NC;Many vacancies - Grand Forks, ND;Many vacancies - Minot AFB, ND;Many vacancies - McGuire AFB, NJ;Many vacancies - Charleston AFB, SC;Many vacancies - Shaw AFB, SC;Many vacancies - Brooks AFB, TX;Many vacancies - Dyess AFB, TX;Many vacancies - Goodfellow AFB, TX;Many vacancies - Lackland AFB, TX;Many vacancies - Laughlin AFB, TX;Many vacancies - Randolph AFB, TX;Many vacancies - Sheppard AFB, TX;Many vacancies - Maxwell AFB, AL;Many vacancies - Buckley, CO;Many vacancies - Peterson AFB, CO;Many vacancies - USAF Academy, CO;Many vacancies - Scott AFB, IL;Many vacancies - McConnell AFB, KS;Many vacancies - Andrews AFB, MD;Many vacancies - Columbus AFB, MS;Many vacancies - Keesler AFB, MS;Many vacancies - FE Warren AFB, WY;Few vacancies - Travis AFB, CA;Few vacancies - Vandenberg AFB, CA;Few vacancies - Edwards AFB, CA;Few vacancies - Aviano, AE;Few vacancies - Elmendorf AFB, AK;Few vacancies - Moody AFB, GA;Few vacancies - Eglin AFB or Hurlburt Field, FL;Few vacancies - Hurlburt Field, FL;Few vacancies - MacDill AFB, FL;Few vacancies - Tyndall AFB, FL;Few vacancies - Mildenhall, AE;Few vacancies - RAF Lakenheath UK, AE
Provides X-ray studies for doctors to use in diagnosis and treatment of various accident trauma and a wide variety of defects and diseases. Uses all tools, equipment, and materials common to the trade such as film markers, positioning aides, portable and stationary radiographic machines, iodinated and non-iodinated contrast material, barium liquids and powders, etc. Establishes and maintains standards, guidelines and practices. Mixes film processing solutions, loads and unloads film holders, and reproduces and/or duplicates images. Duties and responsibilities vary and may increase according to grade level.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
This announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
GS-5: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-04 level. GS-6: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-05 level.
GS-7: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-06 level.
GS-8: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 level. that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs), as identified in this announcement, to successfully perform the duties of the position. Specialized experience may have been gained in the operation of diagnostic radiology equipment under the direction of radiologists or other medical officers to produce radiographic studies used in medical diagnosis and treatment. OR EDUCATION FOR GS-5 ONLY: Successful completion of a full-time training course of at least 24 months' duration in a post-high school radiography program.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE FOR NSPS POSITIONS: Applicants must possess one year of specialized experience at the next lower qualifying pay band or equivalent grade under the General Schedule (GS) or other pay systems. Equivalent experience may be at the level of the lowest GS grade covered by the applicable pay band; however, the experience must demonstrate your ability to apply the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position being filled. Specialized experience may have been gained in the operation of diagnostic radiology equipment under the direction of radiologists or other medical officers to produce radiographic studies used in medical diagnosis and treatment.
NOTE: Public Law 97-35 requires that persons who administer radiologic procedures meet the credentialing standards in 42 CFR Part 75. Essentially, they must (l) 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. For additional requirements refer to http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/Standards/IORs/gs0600/0647.htm.
PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid work on the same basis as for paid experience. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. To receive credit for such experience you must indicate clearly the nature of the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the number of hours per week spent in such employment.
Only experience obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered.
GS/NSPS: All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Qualifying experience may be obtained in the private or public sectors. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions. It is available for your review on OPM's web site at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES / JOB ELEMENTS:
- Ability to perform routine diagnostic radiological procedures following standard operating procedures.
- Knowledge of x-ray equipment or diagnostic radiology equipment sufficient to monitor for proper operation, modify standard procedures to accommodate new equipment or examinations and determine when maintenance or repair is needed.
- Knowledge of basic anatomy and physiology to identify organs appearing on film sufficient to judge acceptability of radiographic films for diagnostic use and to determine proper positioning techniques.
- Knowledge of radiographic exposure techniques, contrast media, darkroom chemistry and development techniques sufficient to provide optimal radiological material for interpretation.
COMBINING EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Education and experience can be combined to meet the minimum qualification requirements, as allowed in the applicable qualifications standard, for the position being filled. Additional information can be obtained at
http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/SEC-II/s2-e6.asp#e5
PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid work on the same basis as for paid experience. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. To receive credit for such experience you must indicate clearly the nature of the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the number of hours per week spent in such employment.
Only experience obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered. You MUST provide transcripts to support your educational claims. Unless otherwise stated, unofficial transcripts on college letterhead are acceptable. All materials must be submitted by the closing date of the announcement.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements. You must show proof that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
- The employee is subject to random drug testing.
- Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
- Shift work and emergency overtime may be required.
- Employees must maintain current certifications.
- Recruitment bonus may or may not be offered for this position.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:Basis of Rating:
Once the application process is complete, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements. The Human Resource Specialist uses your resume and supporting documentation, to determine if you meet regulatory eligibilities and appointment authorities listed in this vacancy announcement. Please follow all instructions carefully.
NOTE: Applicants must submit Transcripts if using education to qualifyBENEFITS:
OTHER INFORMATION:
1. We recommend you visit the following web sites for bases in which you are interested for information on the local community, cost of living expenses, education, employment, housing availability, relocation and support services: Standard Installation Topic Exchange Service: http://www.dmdc.osd.mil/sites, Official public Air Force sites: http://www.af.mil/sites. The Department of Air Force will not pay or assume liability for personal travel, moving expenses, or other relocation costs incurred in accepting employment.
2. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program and the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan Program (ICTAP). If you are an eligible Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) applicant you may apply for special selection over other candidates for this position. You must be a current or former federal employee displaced from non-DoD Federal agencies (e.g., IRS, VA, Dept of Labor, etc.). Applicants eligible under ICTAP are provided priority selection for vacancies within the local commuting area for which they apply and are determined well qualified.
To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, current or former Federal employees displaced from non-DoD federal agencies must be rated at 80 or above on the rating criteria for this position.
ICTAP eligibles must submit copies of the appropriate documentation as proof of eligibility for the special selection priority such as: a RIF separation notice; a "Notice of Personnel Action" (SF-50) documenting separation OR a notice of proposed separation for declining a directed reassignment or transfer of function to another commuting area; and the current (or last) performance rating received (the rating must be fully successful or higher).
3. If you are a veteran with preference eligibility, submit a copy of your DD-214 (member 4 or other copy showing type of discharge). If you are eligible for 10-point veterans' preference, attach an SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference" plus the proof required by that form.
Five-point preference is given to those honorably separated veterans (this means an honorable or general discharge) who served on active duty in the Armed Forces:
- during any war (this means a war declared by Congress, the last of which was World War II);
- during the period April 28, 1952, through July 1, 1955;
- for more than 180 consecutive days, any part of which occurred after January 31, 1955, and before October 15, 1976;
- during the Gulf War period beginning August 2, 1990, and ending January 2, 1992; or
- for more than 180 consecutive days, any part of which occurred during the period beginning September 11, 2001, and ending on the date prescribed by Presidential proclamation or by law as the last day of Operation Iraqi Freedom; or
- in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign medal has been authorized, such as El Salvador, Lebanon, Granada, Panama, Southwest Asia, Somalia, and Haiti.
- Medal holders and Gulf War veterans who originally enlisted after September 7, 1980, or entered on active duty on or after October 14, 1982, without having previously completed 24 months of continuous active duty, must have served continuously for 24 months or the full period called or ordered to active duty.
- Effective on October 1, 1980, military retirees at or above the rank of major or equivalent, are not entitled to preference unless they qualify as disabled veterans.
Ten-point preference is given to:
- those honorably separated veterans who 1) qualify as disabled veterans because they have served on active duty in the Armed Forces at any time and have a service-connected disability or are receiving compensation, disability retirement benefits, or pension from the military or the Department of Veterans Affairs; or 2) are Purple Heart recipients;
- the spouse of a veteran unable to work because of a service-connected disability;
- the unmarried widow of certain deceased veterans; and the mother of a veteran who died in service or who is permanently and totally disabled.
For more specifics on all veterans employment issues such as Veterans preference or special appointing authorities see the Veteran's Guide http://www.opm.gov/veterans/html/vetsinfo.asp .
4. If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/59 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency.
5. A newly appointed or reappointed employee may receive service credit for prior work experience or active duty uniformed service that otherwise would not be creditable for the purpose of determining his or her annual leave accrual rate. All creditable service must be directly related to the duties of the position being filled and decisions to allow for such credit must be finalized prior to the selectee’s entrance on duty. The use of this service credit incentive is at the discretion of the selecting official and service credit is granted only for a position deemed hard-to-fill.
6. Employed Annuitants: Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. For more information on this policy please go to http://www.cpms.osd.mil/fas/staffing/pdf/rem_ann.pdf HOW TO APPLY:
All of your documents including your resume, curriculum vitae, or any other written format you choose to describe your job-related qualifications are to be submitted directly to the Civilian Personnel Section (CPS) at the location for which you are applying. Location addresses are listed at the below link:
http://www.afpc.randolph.af.mil/afcivilianjobs/expeditedhiring.asp. You will need to click on Direct Hiring Authority for Positions and then scroll down to see base locations and addresses.
Please ensure that all submitted documents contain your full name, address, phone number and at least the last four digits of your social security number
For this job announcement the following documents are required:
- Resume
- Transcripts
- Veterans Preference Documentation - DD-214 which includes record of service, type of separation, and character of service: or Statement of Service or VA Disability Letter dated 01 January 1992 or later
Please ensure that your resume, curriculum vitae, or any other written format you choose to describe your job-related qualifications and all other submitted documents contain your full name, address, phone number and at least your last four digits of your social security number.
Note: Please ensure that your resume contains the basic information outlined under the Applying for a Federal Job link: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdfimage/Of5010.pdf
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
For this job announcement the following documents are required:
- Resume
- Transcripts, if qualifying on the basis of education (must contain the University logo)
- Any license - if required by the position.
- If claiming 5 point veterans’ preference, a copy of your DD Form 214 (preferably member 4 copy), which includes character of service, or a Statement of Service/Proof of Service which includes service dates, type of separation, and character of service.
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If claiming 10 point veteran's preference, a copy of your DD Form 214 (preferably member 4 copy), which includes character of service, the VA Disability Letter (with percentage of disability) and the SF 15 (Application for 10-point veteran preference) http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf
For more information regarding veterans' preference please go to
http://www.opm.gov/veterans/html/vetguide.asp#2Types or http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/ei3.asp
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
AFPC DEO DH
Phone: (800)525-0102
TDD: 800-382-0893
Agency Information:
AFPC DEO DH
DO NOT MAIL APPLICATION
FOLLOW GUIDANCE IN ANNOUNCEMENT
RANDOLPH AFB, TX 78150
USA
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:
After a review of your complete application is made you will be notified if further evaluation or interview is required. Otherwise, your application will remain on file for 1 year.
Please direct all your inquiries to the appropriate Civilian Personnel Flight(s) where you submitted application.
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