Medical Instrument Technician (Echocardiography)

The Medical Instrument Technician (Echocardiography) operates independently and is responsible for day-to-day operations of the Non-Invasive Cardiac Laboratory (NICL). The procedures are performed upon patients who have diagnoses of congenital heart disease, congestive heart disease, acquired heart disease, and coronary artery disease. The individual will work closely with the Physicians who interpret the echocardiograms.

Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Major duties include but are not limited to: Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with employees at varying grade levels. 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 following lAC guidelines. Plans and assists in the establishment of a completely integrated treatment and examination program. Technician will Implement quality assurance, improvement programs, and policies. Knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology. Knowledge of the physics of ultrasound and the principles of instrumentation of sonography to include pulsed and continuous wave doppler. Knowledge of cardiac electrophysiology and normal and abnormal ECG morphology. Ability to perform diagnostic cardiac ultrasound: m-mode, two-dimensional ultrasound contrast diagnostic ultrasound and bubble studies. Ability to perform cardiac pulsed and continuous wave ultrasound doppler to identify and characterize intra-cardiac blood flow patterns Develops and maintains patient preparation procedures so that patients and wards understand the proper preparations for ultrasound examinations to minimize delays of examinations. Explains the purpose and requirements of the examination to be performed to the patient so that the patient understands it, thoroughly. Evaluates the nature of critical and emergency procedures, and rearrange patients scheduled to accommodate emergent / STAT exams. Demonstrates potential ability to provide, or provide for, staff development and training for physicians, students, and other technicians so that these individuals may acquire an understanding of the principles of ultrasound and how it relates to other diagnostic exams. Understands and adheres to policies and procedures of the South Texas Veterans Health Care System (STVHCS) and its subordinate entities. Performs diagnostic echo/procedures in a hospital setting (i.e., OR/MICU/CCU/Cath Lab. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases. Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year). Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior [work experience] or military service experience. Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child. Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66. Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 55854-F Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

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. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Physical Examination: May be required, depending on the needs of the organization. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1 or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.