Radiology Technician - (Rad Tech) at Akicita Federal, LLC (Phoenix, AZ)

Akicita Federal, LLC· Phoenix, AZ· $90k–$100k·5d ago

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Salary

$90k–$100k

Work type

Onsite

Job description

Location: Phoenix Indian Medical Center (PIMC), Medical Imaging Department 4212 N Sixteenth Street, Phoenix, AZ 85016

Position Overview: The Diagnostic Radiology Technician will provide radiologic services at the Phoenix Indian Medical Center (PIMC), which operates 24/7, serving multiple Native American communities. This role requires performing digital radiology examinations to assist in clinical diagnoses, patient monitoring, and therapy. The technician will be under the supervision of the Supervisory Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist, Radiologist, or Radiology Practice Manager. Work Schedule: Weekday (Fixed Coverage): Monday – Friday: 7:30 am – 4:00 pm

This position offers a dynamic work environment within a dedicated medical imaging team, serving Native American communities. Applicants must demonstrate technical proficiency, cultural sensitivity, and a commitment to patient care excellence. Apply today to be part of a healthcare team that makes a difference!

Why work at Akicita Federal, LLC

Mission-driven work: Employees contribute directly to national security, homeland security, and healthcare for Native American communities.
Rapid growth environment: Joining a young, fast-growing company (founded 2022, 266% headcount growth) offers significant career advancement opportunities.
Remote & frontier locations: Many roles are in rural or remote areas (AZ, NM, SD, MN, NE, ND, CO, VA) — ideal for those seeking meaningful work outside major metros.
Culture: Small, agile team with a focus on operational excellence and federal compliance. Leadership brings 15+ years of national security and cyber intelligence experience.
Perks: Not explicitly listed, but as a federal contractor, benefits typically include competitive salary, health insurance, and retirement plans. Roles may offer relocation support for remote postings.

About Akicita Federal, LLC

Company Overview

One-liner: Akicita Federal is a Native American-owned 8(a) certified federal contractor delivering managed staffing, healthcare services, project management, IT/cybersecurity, and business support to agencies like IHS, BIA, and VA.
Entity Type: Private (Privately Held)
Headquarters: Lower Brule, South Dakota, United States (with corporate offices in McLean, Virginia)
Founded: 2022
Founders: Mike Shvenderman (CEO) and Andrew Young (COO & CTO)

Core Business

Primary Industries: Federal Contracting, Healthcare Services, Project Management & Engineering, IT & Cybersecurity, Business Support Services
Target Customers: U.S. federal agencies — Indian Health Service (IHS), Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Export-Import Bank, and other government entities
Mission / Purpose: “Dedicated to protecting our nation through innovative solutions and comprehensive security strategies,” with a focus on national security, homeland security, and supporting hard-to-fill positions in remote and frontier locations.

Products & Services

Healthcare Services: Medical staffing and operations across 22 active facilities in 8 states — including dental, clinical care, behavioral health, laboratory, and diagnostic imaging. Focus on hard-to-fill clinical roles in remote locations (some accessible only by helicopter).
Project Management & Engineering: Large-scale infrastructure project management for federal facilities (BIA Division of Facilities Management) — civil, electrical, and architectural engineering. 10 FTE team managing 70+ active projects.
IT & Cybersecurity: Security Operations Center (SOC) analysis, firewall engineering, and cybersecurity operations for mission-critical government systems (e.g., Export-Import Bank).
Business Support Services: Administrative support, translation/interpretation, acquisition support, technical writing, and financial analysis for federal agencies.

Market Standing

Valuation / Market Cap: Not disclosed (private company)
Key Metrics: Total active federal contracts: 38; Portfolio value: $1.1B+; Notable individual contracts: $200M (Business Support Services) and $95M (Program Management Industrial Engineering Support)
Notable Investors / Partners: Not applicable (no external funding rounds disclosed). Partners include IHS, BIA, VA, and other federal agencies. Certified SBA Tribal-Owned 8(a) and Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE).
Growth Signals: Headcount grew 266.7% year-over-year (from ~2 to 9 employees as of latest data); monthly growth of 10%. Rapid contract wins since founding in 2022. Received 8(a) certification in 2024.

Competitive Advantages

Native American-owned 8(a) certification — provides preferential contracting opportunities with federal agencies.
Focus on hard-to-fill positions in remote/frontier locations — fills roles in areas where other contractors cannot operate (e.g., facilities accessible only by helicopter).
Managed services model — goes beyond placement, offering ongoing quality oversight, credential management, and operational continuity.
Multi-domain expertise — covers healthcare, engineering, cybersecurity, and business support under one roof, enabling cross-functional federal solutions.

Strategic Focus

Expand federal contract portfolio across healthcare, infrastructure, and cybersecurity domains.
Leverage 8(a) status to win larger, multi-year contracts.
Scale the managed staffing model to serve more remote IHS and BIA facilities.
Build out cybersecurity SOC capabilities for additional government clients.

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