Medical Instrument Technician (Multiple Function) - Supervisory Ech And Ekg/Ecg Technician

Duties

The GS-10 Echocardiography and Electrocardiography technician is an expert technician in a supervisory role. The expert technician has an intuitive grasp of each situation and zeroes in on the accurate region of the problem without wasteful consideration of a large range of unfruitful solutions or interventions. The expert technician is resourceful, fluid, flexible, and highly proficient in their duties. Duties related to this position include, but are not limited to the following:

• Performs and supervises diagnostic quality images and doppler frequency shift recordings using M-mode, 2-D, 3-D, pulsed and continuous wave Doppler spectral display and color flow Doppler imaging, strain imaging, and directing the work of subordinate technicians.
• Performs and monitors complex procedures such as cardiac studies of the 4 chambers of the heart and valves using sector scanning techniques to detect stenotic and incompetent valves, chamber enlargement, pericardial effusions, thrombi, and pressure gradients across obstructed valves.
• Performs and monitors Transesophageal Echoes, Dobutamine and Exercise Stress Echoes and 3D Echoes.
• Adapts transducer positioning, instrument controls and examination techniques to the individual patient and to the problem to be evaluated.
• Identifies and records anomalies indicative of disease, injury.
• Provides initial technical interpretations regarding adequacy of study, recognizes and informs referring physician and cardiologist of immediate potentially life-threatening conditions or critical values per policy.
• In selected cases, may perform ultrasound utilizing intravenous contrast agents including agitated saline or commercial contrast agents to improve the quality of the imaging or to evaluate for intracardiac or intrapulmonary shunts.
• Monitors patient's condition during procedures.
• Accurately documents information in CPRS, ISCV/Xcelera, Muse and any other clinical or administrative applications.
• Technical expert in the operation, calibration, and maintenance of the specialized equipment in the ECHO lab.
• Performs digital image management and acts as Super User for imaging storage system. Ensures that all studies transfer to ISCV/Xcelera and PACS appropriately.
• Is responsible for the administrative aspects of the ISCV/Xcelera system such as merging of studies, adding new providers, burning studies to CD/DVD, editing studies that have been changed by the Cardiologist.
• Assists billing and coding with interpretation of exams and follow-up on outstanding billing and coding issues.
• Completes encounters on all ECHOs performed, using the correct CPT codes, diagnosis, Service connection status and other field as required and assists management in overall encounter practices in ECHO section.
• Follows strict adherence to sterile technique, infection control, and safety practices.
• Transports patients pre- and post-procedure Ø Precepts Echocardiography students from certified programs when necessary
• Coordinates and revises work schedules of MIT- Echocardiography and MIT-Electrocardiography activities, including leave and coverage, and analyzes tests completed by subordinates for quality assurance and diagnostic quality.
• Supervises other Echo and ECG Medical Instrument Technicians at Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs). This may involve traveling to CBOCs for oversight.
• Performs Echo studies in the Cardiology Clinics and Inpatient units, and relieves other technicians when necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job.
• All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
• You may be required to serve a probationary period.
• Subject to background/security investigation.
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.
• Must pass pre-employment physical examination.
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
• Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See "Additional Information" below for details.

How You Will Be Evaluated

• Benefits

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  To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
  

  • Resume

  
  The following documents are accepted, and may be required if applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this position. Please use this checklist to ensure you have included all documents required for your application, such as a copy of your transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50's (current/former Federal employees), etc.
  

  • Cover Letter
  • DD-214/ Statement of Service
  • Disability Letter (VA)
  • Professional Certification
  • Proof of Marriage Status
  • Resume
  • SF-15
  • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
  • Transcript

  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.

• How to Apply

  All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the full questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 04/08/2024 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12366287.

  • To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.

  • Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.

  
  NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.
  To verify your application is complete, log into your USA JOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. To return to an incomplete application, log into your USA JOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USA JOBS account or your application will be incomplete.

  Agency contact information

  Katie Tucker

  Email

  Katie.Tucker@va.gov

  Address

  VA Northern California Health Care System
  10535 Hospital Way
  Mather, CA 95655
  US

  Next steps

  Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. After we receive application packages (including all required documents) and the vacancy announcement closes, we will review applications to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete, a referral certificate(s) is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email. Referred applicants will be notified as such and may be contacted directly by the hiring office for an interview. All referred applicants receive a final notification once a selection decision has been made.
  You may check the status of your application at any time by logging into your USA Jobs account and clicking on Applications. Information regarding your application status can be found in the USAJobs Help Center.
  NOTE: Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment and a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). It is a requirement that all HCP to receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons. Wearing a face mask is required when an exemption to the influenza vaccination has been granted. HCP in violation of this directive may face disciplinary action up to and including removal from federal service. HCP are individuals who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations or who come into contact with VA patients or other HCP as part of their duties. VHA locations include, but are not limited to, VA hospitals and associated clinics, community living centers (CLCs), community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary units, Vet centers and VA-leased medical facilities. HCP include all VA licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, remote and onsite, paid and without compensation, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee basis employees, VA contractors, researchers, volunteers and health professions trainees (HPTs) who are expected to perform any or all of their work at these facilities. HPTs may be paid or unpaid and include residents, interns, fellows and students. HCP also includes VHA personnel providing home-based care to Veterans and drivers and other personnel whose duties put them in contact with patients outside VA medical facilities.

• Fair and Transparent

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

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

Required Documents

Clarification from the agency

U.S Citizens