Medical Instrument Technician (Diagnostic Ultrasound)

Veterans Health Administration; Saginaw (MI); On-site; USD 69,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Federal benefits

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Saginaw, MI is seeking a Medical Instrument Technician (Diagnostic Imaging) to perform ultrasound examinations across abdomen, pelvis, neck, chest and extremities, aiding diagnosis and patient care.

The role also includes intra-operative ultrasound, patient prep, and coordination with radiologists to ensure timely, high-quality studies. The position offers both full-time and part-time schedules with competitive federal pay, generous leave, and federal

Qualifications

• Education/degree from accredited institution recognized by US Department of Education.
• Experience with Diagnostic Imaging preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform ultrasound examinations across abdomen, pelvis, neck, chest, extremities and retroperitoneal space to acquire high-quality images.
• Perform Intra-Operative Ultrasound to assist procedures and maintain BLS certification.
• Prepare patients and equipment, coordinate with radiologists, and ensure accurate study requests.
• Manage room/setup and ensure timely, quality examinations.

Job description

Medical Instrument Technician (Diagnostic Ultrasound)

• Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

This Medical Instrument Technician (Diagnostic Imaging) position is located in the Radiology Department for Diagnostic Service at the Saginaw VA Medical Center and has full time and part time opportunities available.

Key Responsibilities

Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Duties include but are not limited to: Performs ultrasound examinations in the various medical ultrasound procedures to include the abdomen, pelvis, neck, chest, extremities and retroperitoneal space, for the purpose of acquiring high quality examinations that assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patient medical disorders.

Performs Intra-Operative Ultrasound examinations to assist the provider in procedures in a surgical environment. Capable of Basic Life Support interventions if needed and will maintain an up-to-date BLS certificate. Makes multiple simultaneous settings and adjustments in operation of equipment to ensure accurate results.

Develops and maintains patient prep procedures so that patients and wards understand the proper preparations for ultrasound examinations in an effort to minimize delays of examinations. Distributes ultrasound examinations and related information to the radiologist responsible for the interpretation of the exams. Independently interpret and carry out the requests made by physicians. Prepares room, equipment and materials needed for patient procedures.

Uses left and right anatomical annotation markers. Other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Part time Monday-Wednesday; 6:30am-5:00pm OR Full time 6:30am-5:00pm Tuesday-Friday; 6:30am-5:00pm Monday-Thursday; or 6:30am-3:00pm Monday-Friday. Full time tour options to be decided with supervisor.

Compressed/Flexible: Available Recruitment/Relocation Incentives (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 #: PD932840 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 $69125 – $89868/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-13.

How many openings are available?

There are 4 openings for this position.

What is the work schedule?

This is a Full Time & Part Time position.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.