Medical Instrument Technician (Echocardiography)

The Specialty Care service is looking to recruit for one (1) Medical Instrument Technician (Echocardiography). Echocardiography Technicians operate diagnostic equipment to graphically record the position and motion of the heart walls or the internal structure of the heart and neighboring tissue by the echo obtained from beams of ultrasonic waves directed through the chest wall.

Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. Education: There are no specific educational requirements for this occupation. Licensure or Certification: Licensure or Certification is not required for this occupation; however, it is strongly desirable at GS-6 or above as evidence of possession of the essential knowledge, skills, and abilities. For certain functional areas at the higher levels or supervisory assignments, specific certifications appropriate to the specialty are indicated in this standard under "Titles and Certification/Registrations". For all specialties identified in this standard, Basic and Advanced Cardiac Life Support certifications are desirable. Training which does not result in official certification does not meet this definition. English Language Proficiency: Candidate must be proficient in spoken and written English. Grade Determinations. In addition to the basic requirements for employment, the criteria discussed in the applicable headings, or that defined in the appendices, must be met when determining the grade of candidates. GS 9 Experience: At least 1 year experience comparable to the next lower grade level (GS-08), which is directly related to the duties of the position to be filled. This would be experience which demonstrates possession of the knowledge required in order to provide all aspects of echocardiography services. GS-9 Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs): In addition to meeting the experience above, applicants must demonstrate the following technical KSAs and the potential to acquire the assignment specific KSAs designated by an asterisk. KSAs 1, 2, and 3 are appropriate for all positions at this level. KSAs 4 and 5 are to be used in accordance with their appropriateness for the specific assignment. Knowledge of the more complex examination and treatment procedures and techniques in order to provide training and supervision in these procedures, to evaluate and initiate performance improvement projects, and to write policies, procedures, and protocols, that pertain to Echocardiography. Knowledge of JCAHO and other regulatory requirements. Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with employees at varying grade levels. Ability to manage and supervise employees Ability to provide, or provide for, staff development and training Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. This vacancy is being announced above the full performance level GS-08. Physical Requirements: In accordance with VA Directive and Handbook 5019 - Employee Occupational Health Service