Medical Instrument Technician (Echocardiography)

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Neurodiagnostic Medical Instrument Technician to operate and monitor neurodiagnostic equipment in the Neurology Department at the Central Virginia Veterans Affairs Health Care System (CVHCS) in Richmond, Virginia.

This role performing NCS and EEG/EP tests requires adherence to protocols, high-quality data collection in challenging settings, and collaboration with physicians and schedulers to maintain timely patient care.

Responsibilities

• Independently performs Nerve Conduction studies (NCS) according to protocols and standards on various nerves as required by medical history and symptoms.
• Assists staff physicians during the needle EMG portion and high-quality studies in demanding environments such as ICUs and at the patient’s bedside.
• Assists in performing EEGs and Epilepsy Centers of Excellence duties as needed following EEG lab standards.
• Operates and troubleshoots neurodiagnostic equipment, conducts routine maintenance, and recognizes patient distress during procedures.

Job description

• Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

The Neurodiagnostic Medical Instrument Technician Operates and Monitors Neurodiagnostic Equipment in the Neurology Department at the Central Virginia Veterans Affairs Health Care System (CVHCS) in Richmond, Virginia.

Key Responsibilities

Major Duties included but are not limited to: Independently performs Nerve Conduction studies (NCS) according to laboratory, ASET and AANEM protocols and standards on various nerves at appropriate locations and intensities as would be required by the medical history and symptoms. Recognizes limb temperatures and/or applied lotions/creams on the patient and takes steps to eliminate potential issues with acquiring satisfactory procedure data.

Assists staff physicians when performing the needle exam portion of the EMG. Consistently performs high quality studies for complex and non-routine procedures in difficult and demanding environments such as intensive care units and at the patient's bedside. Assists in performing EEGs and Epilepsy Centers of Excellence (ECoE) duties as needed following the appropriate standards set forth by the EEG lab and ACNS. Assists in performing EPs as needed.

Assists with EEG research projects. Independently operates a variety of neurodiagnostic equipment to administer routine and specialized diagnostic treatment during procedures. Conducts routine maintenance and adjustment checks on the equipment. Recognizes and troubleshoots equipment failures. Understands the typical patient reaction to the neurodiagnostic procedure being performed and know signs of patient distress.

Interacts with other healthcare professionals to discuss the indications, value, possible outcomes, review of prior study results, and limitations of testing. Communicates both orally and in writing with patients, visitors, interdisciplinary and a variety of healthcare professionals. Coordinates with schedulers to fill gaps in the schedule with pending patients. Calls scheduled patients to provide reminders of upcoming appointments as the schedule allows.

Other Duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 000000 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized 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 $78036 - $101453/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-02.

Who is eligible to apply?

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