Medical Instrument Technician (Anesthesia)

Veterans Health Administration

Hampton (VA)

On-site

USD 57,000 - 74,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Federal health/vision/dental

Paid time off

Federal 401K

Job summary

The Veterans Health Administration (VA Hampton Healthcare System) seeks a Medical Instrument Technician to support the Anesthesia Care Team. The role involves assisting anesthesiologists, operating anesthesia equipment, and mentoring others, with a Monday–Friday 7:00am–3:30pm schedule.

The posted pay range is $56,713–$73,724 per year, with federal pension and 401K, plus generous paid time off and parental leave options after eligibility.

Qualifications

Education must be recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Federal competitive hiring path applies.
Salary range posted: $56,713–$73,724 per year.

Responsibilities

Assist anesthesiologists and nurse anesthetists in procedures.
Operate invasive monitoring equipment, anesthesia machines and related devices.
Mentor lower graded technicians, nurses and anesthesia residents.
Support the supervisor with quality control and performance improvement.

Job description

Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

The Medical Instrument Technician (MIT) is an allied health care professional and an essential member of the Anesthesia Care Team. The MIT provides support to the Anesthesia Care Team to deliver high quality, safe, cost effective, and efficacious patient care in the operation of the Anesthesiology Service at the VA Hampton Healthcare System.

Key Responsibilities

Major duties include, but are not limited to: Assists anesthesiologists and nurse anesthetists in difficult anesthetic procedures under minimal supervision. Connects and operates invasive hemodynamic monitoring equipment (e.g., arterial pressure monitors), anesthesia machines, ventilators, intubation bronchoscopes, and ultrasonic scanning devices. Prepares and administers medications as directed by the attending physician.

Mentors and trains lower graded technicians, nurses, medical students, and anesthesia residents on anesthesia technology procedures and assist the supervisor/manager with quality control and performance improvement activities. Exercises a high degree of independent judgment in anesthesia technology duties. Makes available, assembles, and assists in the operation of specialized equipment used for difficult airway management.

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases When setting pay, a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade).

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 # 000000 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): 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 $56713 – $73724/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-23.

Who is eligible to apply?

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