Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (MRI)

# Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (MRI) Department of DefenseMilitary Treatment Facilities under DHA

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## Summary

• Location: Brooke Army Medical Center, San Antonio, Texas (Fort Sam Houston, TX)
• Announcement Type: Direct Hire Solicitation / Open Continuous Announcement
• Status: Multiple vacancies exist and may be filled from this announcement at any of the locations listed. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis; qualified applicants will be considered as vacancies become available.
• Open & Closing Dates: 04/09/2026 to 07/15/2026
• Salary: $63,167 - $82,114 per year
• Pay Scale & Grade: GS-8
• Job Family Series: 0647 Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist

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## Overview

### Job Details

• Remote Job: No
• Telework Eligible: No
• Travel Required: Occasional travel (Business Travel may be required)
• Relocation Expenses Reimbursed: No
• Appointment Type: Multiple
• Work Schedule: Full-time
• Service: Competitive
• Promotion Potential: None
• Supervisory Status: No
• Security Clearance: Not Required
• Drug Test: Yes
• Position Sensitivity and Risk: Non-sensitive (NS), Low Risk
• Bargaining Unit Status: Yes
• Announcement Number: HSJW-26-12932566-DHAS
• Control Number: 864449800

### Who May Apply

• Eligibility: U.S. Citizens
• Nationality: Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

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## Duties Performs highly specialized diagnostic procedures utilizing advanced magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) techniques in a medical treatment facility.

• Training: Trains subordinates in performing magnetic resonance imaging procedures.
• Scanning: Independently conducts complex 3D and 2D magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans of the head, spine, extremities, and body, ensuring precise image acquisition for diagnostic purposes.
• Patient Care:
• Receives and instructs patients by explaining procedures, methods, safety precautions, and risks.
• Positions patients accurately.
• Starts intravenous (IV) lines as needed.
• Produces required images for examinations.
• Image Quality: Identifies and corrects image artifacts to enhance quality.
• Collaboration: Collaborates with radiologists to tailor imaging protocols for both standard and complex cases.
• Reporting:
• Promptly notifies physicians of significant findings during exams.
• Notifies the radiologist or physician of significant scans requiring immediate attention and visualization while the patient is undergoing examination.
• Emergency Procedures: Administers emergency medicinal injections under the direction of the physician in charge.
• Equipment: Responsible for all major and minor equipment held in the magnetic resonance imaging section.

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## Requirements

### Conditions of Employment

• Background Investigation: Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination as determined by a completed background investigation. A Personnel Security Investigation is required. This position has specific initial background investigation and periodic re-verification requirements since its duties require interaction with children and youth under the age of eighteen (18) years of age on a recurring basis.
• Vaccinations: Selectees will be required to sign a statement (Condition of Employment) consenting to seasonal influenza vaccinations or must provide a recognized exemption.
• Drug Testing: This position is a Testing Designated Position subject to pre-employment screening and random drug testing. Selectees will be required to consent to participation in random drug urinalysis testing.
• Medical Examination: A pre-placement medical examination is required. Immunization screening may be required. Hepatitis B immunization is required for all positions with direct patient contact. Applicants may be required to show proof of other immunizations depending on the type of position.
• Physical Requirements: Must be able to obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association. Advanced certification (e.g., ALS) does not supersede BLS. Moderate to heavy lifting up to 45 pounds and over may be required.
• Shift Work: This position may include shift work (evenings, weekends, holidays). This position may require rotating shifts (i.e., work schedule that requires employees to continuously rotate from one shift to another at predetermined intervals). This position may require the incumbent to work on call during irregular work hours, which may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and/or varying work schedules. This position may require the incumbent to work weekends and/or holidays.
• Selective Service: Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• Citizenship: You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• Probation: One-year trial/probationary period may be required.
• Direct Deposit: Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
• Displaced Employees: Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
• Incentives: Recruitment or relocation incentives MAY be authorized for highly qualified candidates.
• Weather/Emergency:
• Position is designated as Inclement Weather Essential. The incumbent must make every attempt to report for work on time and/or remain on duty during severe weather conditions.
• Position is designated as Mission Essential. The incumbent will be required to report to work during times of contingency operations, natural disasters, extreme weather, or other emergency situations.

### Qualifications In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. 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, student, social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

#### Basic Requirement for Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (MRI) Radiology Certification (Public Law 97-35) requires that persons who administer radiologic procedures meet the credentialing standards in 42 CFR Part 75. Essentially, they must:

1. 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.
2. Be certified as radiographers in their field.

The following meet these requirements:

1. Persons employed by the Federal Government as radiologic personnel prior to the effective date of the regulation (January 13, 1986) who show evidence of current or fully satisfactory performance or certification of such from a licensed practitioner (e.g., doctor of medicine, osteopathy, dentistry, podiatry, or chiropractic) who prescribes radiologic procedures to others.
2. Persons first employed by the Federal Government as radiologic personnel after the effective date of the regulation who:
   • Received training from institutions in a State or foreign jurisdiction that did not accredit training in that particular field at the time of graduation; OR
   • Practiced in a State or foreign jurisdiction that did not license that particular field or did not allow special eligibility to take a licensure examination for those who did not graduate from an accredited educational program;
   • Provided that such persons show evidence of training, experience, and competence as determined by OPM or the employing agency.
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     To qualify for this position, you must also meet ONE of the following:

     Option A: Specialized Experience

     • One year of specialized experience which includes performing diagnostic magnetic resonance imaging procedures and explaining magnetic resonance imaging procedures to patients.
     • Note: This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade level position in the federal service (GS-07).

     Option B: Education

     • One and a half years of graduate level education in a field directly related to the work of the position, such as Magnetic Resonance Imaging or Imaging Sciences.

     Option C: Combination of Education and Experience

     • A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%.
     • Calculation:
       1. Divide your total months of experience by 12.
       2. Divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the first year by 9. (Formula: Total semester hours minus 18, divided by 9).
       3. Add the two percentages.
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          #### Foreign Education If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program, or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university.

          • For further information visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international-recognition-of-foreign-qualifications

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          ## Required Documents Your complete application includes your resume, your responses to the online questionnaire, and documents which prove your eligibility to apply. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and will not be considered any further.

          1. Resume

             • Must be two pages or less and must support the specialized experience described in this announcement. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration.
             • For each relevant work experience, include:
             • Employers name
             • Job title
             • Start and end dates (include month and year for qualifications purposes)
             • Number of hours worked per week
             • A brief description showing you can perform the tasks at the required level listed in the job announcement.
             • If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as incomplete.
             • Use plain language. Avoid using acronyms and terms that are not easily understood. The hiring agency will not make assumptions about whats in your resume.
             • If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations, and you may not be considered for this vacancy.

          2. Other Supporting Documents

             • Cover Letter: Optional.
             • Most Recent Performance Appraisal: If applicable.
             • Transcripts: This position has an individual occupational requirement and/or allows for substitution of education for experience. If you meet this requirement based on education, you MUST submit a copy of your transcript with your application package or you will be rated ineligible.
             • License/Certification: This position requires a job-related license or certification. You MUST submit a copy of your license or certification with your application package or you will be rated ineligible.

          NOTE: Documents submitted as part of the application package (to include supplemental documents) may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents (such as military orders and marriage certificates) may contain personal information for someone other than you. You may sanitize these documents to remove another persons personal information before you submit your application. You may be asked to provide an un-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected to confirm your eligibility.

          Important: 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.

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          ## How to Apply To apply for this position, you must complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.

          • Deadline: The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM EST on 07/15/2026 to receive consideration.
          • Process:
            1. Click Apply to access the online application.
            2. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
            3. View Questionnaire: 12932566.
            4. Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package.
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            6. Reminder: Your resume must be two pages or less and must support the specialized experience described in this announcement. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration.
               5. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
               6. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the "Include Personal Information" section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
               7. You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
               8. Your resume selected in USAJOBS will be included, but you must re-select other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application may be incomplete.
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                  It is your responsibility to verify that your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.

                  Application Status: To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://www.usajobs.gov/applicantprofile/dashboard). All of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated.

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                  ## Agency Contact Information Army Applicant Help Desk

                  • Website:https://portal.chra.army.mil/hr_publicidapp_inq
                  • Address: JT-DD83DB CENTRAL DHN - BROOKE DO NOT MAIL Fort Sam Houston, TX 78234 US

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                  ## Next Steps If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Your application package will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. If you are determined to be ineligible or not qualified, your application will receive no further consideration.

                  ### Fair and Transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance:

                  • Criminal history inquiries
                  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
                  • Financial suitability
                  • New employee probationary period
                  • Privacy Act
                  • Reasonable accommodation policy
                  • Selective Service
                  • Signature and false statements
                  • Social security number request

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                  ## About the Agency Military Treatment Facilities under DHA As an integrated health care system, the Defense Health Agency delivers healthcare services across the Department of Defense and enables combat support to the Joint Force as a strategic partner. Through a robust healthcare delivery system and a dedicated team of inspired professionals, the Agency ensures the worldwide delivery of medical, dental, and pharmacy programs to more than 9.5 million uniformed service members, retirees, and their families by improving health and building readiness Anytime, Anywhere-Always.