The Primary Purpose of the Position is: Operate diagnostic ultrasonic scanning equipment to produce cross sectional and two-dimensional pictures of internal organs and body structures used to diagnose diseases and other medical conditions. Independently performs complex ultrasound examinations. Schedules patients for examinations. Evaluates the nature of critical and emergency procedures, and rearranges patients scheduled to accommodate them.

Duties

The incumbent performs ultrasonography studies, records as well as prepares the processed media for interpretation by Staff Radiologist. MIT will maintain records of patients in the Vista radiology package. MIT prepares patient for exams and explains procedures to patient white performing the studies. MIT obtains pertinent diagnostic examinations for the physician, which may be necessary for correlation between the ultrasound scan and the clinical history. MIT performs diagnostic ultrasound examination on multiple areas of body, including, but not limited to, the abdomen, pelvis, transvaginal, chest, small parts, thyroid, and scrotum. MIT routinely performs vascular studies carotid duplex, ABI, arterial duplex, venous duplex, renal artery duplex and visceral vascular exams of the abdomen. Regularly performs preoperative upper and lower extremity vein mappings, as well as chronic venous insufficiency studies. MIT assists radiologist with biopsy procedures determining the location, depth, and required needle angle for the lesion to be sampled. MIT assists in surgical procedures and fluid aspirations. This requires performance and knowledge of sterile technique and strict enforcement MIT differentiates artifacts from normal or pathological processes and recognizes electronic equipment limitations. MIT recognizes a diagnostic scan and consults with the Staff Radiologist to determine the proper diagnosis. MIT has knowledge of JCAHO and other regulatory requirements. MIT must communicate effectively and professionally with employees at varying grade levels. MIT will perform other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: varies and will be discussed with manager. Telework: Not Authorized Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 000000 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized. Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized. Financial Disclosure Report: Not require.

Requirements

Qualifications

Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. Education. There are no specific educational requirements for this occupation. Education may be substituted for experience only at the GS-4 and GS-5 levels. See the grade requirements part of this standard for information regarding educational substitutions. Licensure or Certification. Licensure or Certification is not required for this occupation; however, it is strongly desirable at GS-6 or above as evidence of possession of the essential knowledge, skills, and abilities. For certain functional areas at the higher levels or supervisory assignments, specific certifications appropriate to the specialty are indicated in this standard under "Titles and Certification/Registrations" Grandfathering Provision. The following is the standard grandfathering policy for all Title 38 Hybrid qualification standards. Some of these provisions may not apply to this occupation. Please carefully review the qualification standard to determine the specific education and/or licensure/certification/ registration requirements that apply to this occupation. Physical Requirements. See VA Directive and Handbook 5019. English Language Proficiency. Medical Instrument Technicians must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with chapter 2, section D, paragraph 5a, this part May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria). Grade Determinations: Applicant must meet the Basic requirement and Specialized Experience requirements for the position: Preferred Experience: Competent in the production, use, recognition, and analysis of ultrasound images and patterns used for patient diagnosis and treatment. Expert source of all ultrasound imaging, and the interpreting radiologist relies heavily on the skills, knowledge, and abilities of the sonographers in providing a final interpretation Demonstrates work practice appropriate for the position. Demonstrate and verbalize proper procedures. Infection Control. Understands, demonstrates appropriate hygiene methods and infection control. Understand the functioning and interrelationship of the various organs; to use the methods and techniques which will identify organs appearing on the digital display monitor, or on film, and the various stages of the examination to judge the acceptability of the image and/or scan for diagnostic use and to emphasize the aspects of interest to the physician Detail-Oriented with good hand-eye coordination References: VA Handbook 5005/15, Part II, Appendix G27, Appendix C - Medical Instrument Technician (Diagnostic Ultrasound) The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-9. Physical Requirements: - Position requires long periods of standing and walking, some bending, lifting and carrying of moderately heavy items. - Requires considerable effort and working in awkward positions. - Ability to reach above shoulder required. - Both hands and use of fingers required. - Must be able to lift, carry and move heavy equipment/patients routinely.

Education

IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on 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: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.

Contacts

• Address Martinsburg VA Medical Center 510 Butler Avenue Martinsburg, WV 25405 US
• Name: Laneice Detty
• Phone: 7402539273
• Email: [email protected]