Medical Instrument Technician (Echocardiograph)

US Military Treatment Facilities under DHA; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Portsmouth Naval Medical Center in Portsmouth, VA, seeks a Medical Instrument Technician (Echocardiography) to support the Congenital and Fetal Cardiology Service under the Directorate of Surgery.

The position requires performing diagnostic echocardiographic examinations using 2D, M-mode and Doppler techniques, acquiring ultrasound images, and documenting abnormal findings for physician interpretation. The assignment emphasizes patient care, accuracy, and collaboration with cardiology staff.

Qualifications

• Specialized experience in echocardiography required (see position details).
• Ability to obtain 2D, M-mode and Doppler ultrasound images of the heart.

Responsibilities

• Perform echocardiographic examinations and acquire diagnostic images for interpretation by physicians.

Job description

About the Position:

This position serves as a Medical Instrument Technician (Echocardiography) for the Congenital and Fetal Cardiology Service under the Directorate of Surgery at Portsmouth Naval medical Center.

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.

Who May Apply: US Citizens

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.

Specialized Experience:

One year of specialized experience which includes performing diagnostic echocardiographic examinations; obtaining diagnostic ultrasonic images of the heart and related structures using two-dimensional (2D), M-mode, and Doppler ultrasound techniques; and identifying and documenting abnormal cardiac anatomy or function for physician interpretation. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-07).