Medical Instrument Technician (Cardiac Catheterization)

Veterans Health Administration

Seattle (WA)

On-site

USD 94,000 - 122,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

The Veterans Health Administration at Seattle VA Medical Center seeks a Medical Instrument Technician (Cardiac Catheterization) to support invasive cardiovascular procedures in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory. The role involves scrub, circulate, and operate sophisticated monitoring and imaging equipment under physician direction.

Responsibilities include instrumenting complex exams, managing hemodynamic data, and assisting with procedures such as ablations and transcatheter interventions,

Qualifications

Invasive cardiovascular procedure experience required.
In-depth knowledge of hemodynamic monitoring.
Ability to operate fluoroscopic equipment during procedures.

Responsibilities

Scrub, circulate and operate monitoring equipment for complex procedures.
Assist with angiography, ablation and valve procedures in the cath lab.
Set up, calibrate and manage imaging and hemodynamic data.
Provide training and ensure equipment readiness for procedures.

Skills

Scrub

Circulate

Fluoroscopy

Hemodynamics

Catheterization

Tools

Power injector

IVUS/OCT

ICE

FFR/CFR/IFR

Atherectomy

Thrombectomy

Job description

Medical Instrument Technician (Cardiac Catheterization)

Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

The Medical Instrument Technician works in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory at the Seattle VA Medical Center. The technician performs invasive cardiovascular procedures utilizing highly complex and technical monitoring equipment under the direction or prescription of a qualified physician.

Key Responsibilities

Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional The technologist will scrub, circulate, and operate both electrical and physiologic monitoring equipment as well as single plane I bi-plane fluoroscopic equipment etc., for the most complex examination and treatment procedures including procedures such as endocardial biopsy, cryoablation and radio frequency ablation procedures, intra-aortic balloon pump, and ventricular assist devices, as well as transcatheter aortic valve replacements for very critical patients.

They inject contrast manually or with the aid of a mechanical contrast device to visualize anatomical structures and administer intra-coronary medications via a manifold system during angiography procedures. Duties include, but are not limited to: Triages exam requests to give priority to cases that are clinically more urgent and coordinates the completion of inpatient exams with scheduled outpatient exams. Assures all equipment is operational prior to patient procedures.

Operates cardiac physiologic monitoring equipment. Set up and calibrate pressure transducers. Properly identifies, labels and samples intracardiac and vascular waveforms. Completely and accurately documents all aspects of the procedure including capturing and inputting data or procedural calculations in the hemodynamic monitoring system.

Facilitates insertion and manipulation of guidewires and catheters into vasculature under fluoroscopic guidance for diagnostic and interventional purposes. Obtains invasive hemodynamic data, cardiac output, and blood samples. Injects contrast manually or with the aid of a mechanical contrast device to visualize anatomical structures (angiography, venography, etc.). Administers intra-coronary medications via manifold system during angiography procedures.

Operates single plan/ bi-plane fluoroscopic equipment utilized in imaging. Manipulates imaging equipment to optimally define anatomy. Selects magnification acquisition technique specific for procedure and anatomy and performs post processing of acquired images including quantitative analysis, digital subtraction and image annotation.

Sets up and operates ancillary procedure equipment including the power injector, IVUS/OCT, ICE, FFR/CFR/IFR, Atherectomy I Thrombectomy Devices, Intra-aortic Balloon Pump, Percutaneous Ventricular Assist Devices, PACS image archive system, Hemodynamic system, EP Recording system, 3D non-invasive Mapping System in Electrophysiology procedures, as well as both RF and Cryo Generator systems.

Performs Activated Clotting Time (ACT), Whole Blood Oximetry, and Blood Glucose Monitoring quality control and patient testing using Point of Care equipment in the procedure labs. Provides in-services/ training to colleagues, new employees, students, and trainees.

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 7:30am - 4pm or 7:30am - 6pm Compressed/Flexible: Available Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized 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 #: 0000000 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 $93564 – $121640/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-09-30.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.