Picture Archiving and Communication Systems (PACS) Technologist - Recruitment/Relocation Incentive

Amarillo, TX · full time · Mid

$106,334 – $138,241

Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved October 30, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.

What this role is

This role manages the technical infrastructure supporting digital medical imaging across a VA health system, including PACS platforms, voice recognition systems, and radiology software. The position suits someone with radiologic technology credentials and hands-on experience troubleshooting complex imaging networks who can lead cross-functional teams and maintain system security.

Our summary, not Veterans Health Administration’s wording. The full posting is on their site.

What they ask for

Required

Current ARRT (R) certification in radiologic technology
Completed 24-month post-secondary diagnostic radiologic technology program or equivalent (JRCERT accredited or DOE recognized)
U.S. citizenship or appointment authorization
Proficiency in written and spoken English
One year of equivalent experience at next lower grade level (GS-10) directly related to PACS or radiologic technology supervision/leadership

Nice to have

Certified Imaging Informatics Professional (CIIP) or willingness to obtain within one year
Experience with PACS system configuration including AE titles, DICOM nodes, and routing rules
Experience resolving complex PACS, HIS/RIS, EHR, and voice-recognition system failures
Experience leading multidisciplinary teams in PACS strategic planning and integration
DICOM validation and troubleshooting across imaging modalities
Cybersecurity and HIPAA privacy experience
Experience leading PACS outage recovery
Technical lead experience for teleradiology operations