Medical Instrument Technician (Vascular)

Summary

The Medical Instrument Technician (Vascular) performs non-invasive vascular ultrasound studies within the Vascular Laboratory. The position provides diagnostic and follow-up imaging and supports inpatient, outpatient, and emergent care.

Duties

• The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers. This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest. As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran. This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being. Major duties include but are not limited to: Perform duplex ultrasound examinations including B-mode, color Doppler, and pulsed-wave Doppler for carotid, abdominal, peripheral arterial and venous systems, and arteriovenous fistulas/grafts. Conduct advanced vascular studies such as ankle-brachia! index (ABI), arterial waveforms, palmar arch testing, thoracic outlet evaluations, renal and mesenteric duplex, aortic aneurysm (AAA) surveillance, and post-EVAR assessments. Adjust scanning parameters to optimize diagnostic image quality based on patient condition and suspected pathology. Triage and prioritize vascular referrals according to patient symptoms, urgency, and clinical indicators. Independently perform complex and technically demanding vascular examinations requiring advanced skill, including detailed access graft/fistula evaluations, venous reflux studies, and specialized protocols. Recognize significant or emergent abnormalities during scanning and immediately communicate findings to ordering providers or vascular surgeons. Provide real-time visualization assistance during vascular procedures when requested. Generate preliminary technical impressions and prepare diagnostic images for interpretation. Notify providers promptly when critical findings are identified. Document completed studies in accordance with established vascular laboratory protocols and accreditation standards. Assist with updating and maintaining vascular lab protocols. Ensure studies meet quality requirements consistent with laboratory accreditation standards. Provide input regarding equipment needs, imaging technology, and upgrades. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:00am-4:30pm Telework: Not Available. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 000000 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized. Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized.

Requirements

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. 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.

Education

Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.