MEDICAL INSTRUMENT TECH (DIAGNOSTIC ULTRASOUND)

Veterans Health Administration

Philadelphia (Philadelphia County)

On-site

USD 73,000 - 95,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration, seeks a Medical Instrument Technician (Diagnostic Ultrasound) in Philadelphia to perform duplex and color flow ultrasound exams and coordinate scheduling for diagnostic imaging.

The incumbent supports radiologists, assists with biopsies, and ensures timely, high-quality imaging for patient care. Responsibilities include abdominal and vascular studies, portable scanning on hospital wards, and collaboration with clinicians to

Qualifications

Education recognized by US Dept of Education for federal employment.
If using foreign education, must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with transcript.
This position requires the U.S. federal security clearance.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and perform non-ionizing high-frequency ultrasound procedures for diagnosis.
Schedule exams to optimize scanner time while accommodating emergencies.
Perform duplex and color flow ultrasound; assist radiologists with non-standard exams.
Provide post-processed films for radiologist interpretation and notify physicians of results.
Assist in biopsies using sterile technique and perform portable scans for ill inpatients.
Work in the Ultrasound section of Diagnostic Imaging Service and maintain patient care standards.

Job description

MEDICAL INSTRUMENT TECH (DIAGNOSTIC ULTRASOUND)

Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

This is an open continuous announcement until March, 31 2027. Qualified applicants will be considered and referred as vacancies become available.

Key Responsibilities

The Ultrasound Technician coordinates a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment and initiative in the application of non-ionizing high frequency ultrasonic waves to humans for diagnosis of disease. Schedules exams in a manner so as to optimize scanner times while maintaining flexibility for emergency cases.

This requires the ability to prioritize scheduled patients as well as the ability to accommodate the emergency patient who may need immediate emergency surgery, etc. The Ultrasound Technician will perform emergency on-call duties to accommodate the off-tour emergency patient request. Confers with radiologists to determine requirement of non-standard exams.

Determines technical factors, positioning, number and thickness of scans, etc., to produce and satisfy requirements of ultrasound scans. Schedules patients for examinations. Advises radiologists or referring physicians of examination results. Notifies them of scans requiring their immediate attention.

The incumbent is assigned to the Ultrasound section of Diagnostic Imaging Service and will perform various duplex doppler ultrasonography studies and prepare post-processed films for interpretation by the Radiologist. The duties performed include: Duplex ultrasound with color flow imaging. Perform both duplex and color flow studies on accessible vessels including - abdominal aorta, IVC, hepatic vein, portal vein.

Abdominal: perform studies of liver, gallbladder, spleen, pancreas, abdominal aorta, vena cava and femoral arteries, using gray scale B-scan techniques to evaluate these structures for size, abnormal contour, cysts, rumors and various pathological disorders. The Ultrasound Technician will assist the physician in performing diagnostic biopsies, employing sterile techniques.

Retroperitoneal: Perform studies of the kidneys, adrenal glands, nodes, and urinary bladder using gray scale B-scan technique. The incumbent will be required to perform portable real-time ultrasound scans on the various hospital wards for patients too ill to report the department for needed examinations.

These studies include: Gallbladder Pancreas Visualization of the intra-hepatic biliary system Abdominal vessels Liver and Kidney examination Other Duties as Assigned (See Functional Statement) Work Schedule: 8:00am to 4:30pm Monday thru Friday Compressed/Flexible: Available Telework: Not Authorized Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized

Requirements & 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/.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $72763 – $94598/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2027-03-31.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Excepted' hiring path.