Medical Instrument Technologist (Vascular)

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Cleveland (OH); In loco; USD 80.000 - 103.000; Tempo pieno

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Paid time off

Parental leave

Federal retirement plan

Health insurance for federal employees

Descrizione del lavoro

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Medical Instrument Technician (Vascular) for the Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center.

The role supports Surgical Service, Vascular Laboratory, performing high-frequency vascular ultrasound examinations and non-invasive testing to diagnose vascular disease. The position requires knowledge of anatomy, ability to follow exam protocols, and capability to travel to satellite facilities as needed.

Mansioni

• Perform non-invasive vascular ultrasound examinations of upper and lower extremities, abdomen, and cerebrovascular vessels.
• Operate high-frequency ultrasound and plethysmography equipment to produce diagnostic images.
• Assist physicians with thrombin injections and prepare preliminary reports.
• Maintain sterile field and accurate patient records and reports for examinations.

Descrizione del lavoro

Medical Instrument Technologist (Vascular)

• Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

The VA Northeast Ohio Healthcare System is recruiting for a Medical Instrument Technician (Vascular). The Medical Instrument Technician (Vascular) will function in Surgical Service.

Key Responsibilities

Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional This position is located in the Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center, Surgical Service, Vascular Laboratory Section. Vascular Technologists (Sonographers) perform all examinations and assumes responsibilities associated with the Vascular Lab.

The duties performed by the Vascular technologist will entail the performance of non-invasive examinations involving the application of high-frequency ultrasound waves to humans for the diagnosis of disease. Performs noninvasive vascular ultrasound procedures or examinations of upper and lower extremity, abdominal, and extra-cranial cerebrovascular vessels which require adaptation of procedures.

Performance of high quality standardized and routine diagnostic vascular testing of the extremities, cerebrovascular, and abdominal vasculature using diagnostic Ultrasound and Plethysmography equipment. Ability to perform additional testing including, but not limited to, evaluation of Arteriovenous Fistulas, Palmar Arch Studies, Thoracic Outlet Syndrome evaluation, and Ice Water Immersion. The ability to assist physicians with thrombin injections.

Notify vascular surgeon or referring physician of significant abnormalities that would require their immediate attention and visualization while the patient is undergoing the examination. Travel to satellite facilities on an as needed basis. Required to go to the Operating Room when requested by surgeons for additional testing. Ability to maintain a sterile field. Maintain accurate and complete patient records and reports for examinations.

Performing complex and non-routine vascular ultrasound procedures. Knowledge of anatomy and physiology including location and function of major body organs and structures as they relate to vascular sonography. Knowledge of disease entities that impact the vascular system and their influence on the test results. Follow departmental examination procedures and adapt testing as needed for the patient's condition or disease process.

Required to go to the Operating Room when requested by surgeons for additional testing. Ability to maintain a sterile field. Maintain accurate and complete patient records and reports for examinations Prepare preliminary reports from the examination including documentation of procedural difficulties. Following proper coding procedures per departmental policies. Travel to satellite facilities on an as needed basis.

Work Schedule: 7:30-4:00pm; 8:00-4:30pm; Flexible based on the needs of the service Recruitment/Relocation Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases.

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 #: 95390-0 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 $79603 – $103480/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-06.

Who is eligible to apply?

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