The New Mexico VA Healthcare System is recruiting for Medical Instrument Technicians (MIT) (Vascular) in the Surgical Service line. The MIT (Vascular) is responsible for the daily operation of the laboratory under the overall supervision of the Vascular lab technical supervisor and of the Chief of Vascular Surgery.

Duties

Duties include but not limited to: Performs a variety of non-invasive ultrasound and doppler tests, such as upper/lower extremity arterial, venous studies, segmental pressures, neck studies. cervical studies, abdominal cavity studies, and cardiac studies. Employs high resolution imaging, pulsed Doppler with gray scale spectrum, high resolution simultaneous 2-D imaging, 3-D imaging, and Power Doppler. Interviews patients to obtain medical and vascular history. Communicates with ordering provider to ensure appropriate testing is completed. Assists intraoperative with intraoperative ultrasound and intravascular ultrasound. Explains methods of procedure, positions patient for the requested examination. Correlates data gathered from non-invasive testing with data from prior non-invasive studies as well as invasive studies. Identifies artifacts and abnormalities and adjust procedure to produce high quality and accurate studies. Notifies supervisor or referring physicians of results of tests and provides them with preliminary diagnostic evaluation. Stocks and maintains adequate levels of supplies for the Vascular Lab, including vascular lab report forms and general office supplies. Sets up, maintains, and cleans-up of all medical machines used in the Vascular Laboratory. Works with patients who are seriously ill and those who have varying degrees of physical disabilities and medical problems. Work Schedule: Monday to Friday: 7:30 am to 4:00 pm, Plus on call Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 000000 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized PCS Appraised Value Offer (AVO): Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

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. English Language Proficiency: Must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7402(d), and 7407 (d) 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: : Applicants must possessat least 1 year of experience comparable to the next lower grade level (GS-08), which is directly related to the duties of the position to be filled, and must fully meet the KSAs at that level. This would be experience which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities to fully perform all vascular ultrasound tests and examinations and to function as a technical director of the vascular laboratory and provide oversight and/or guidance to other technicians. In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the following technical KSAs and the potential to acquire the assignment specific KSAs designated by an asterisk (*): Knowledge of the more complex examination and treatment procedures and techniques in order to provide training and supervision in these procedures, to evaluate and initiate performance improvement projects, and to write policies, procedures, and protocols, that pertain to vascular ultrasonography. *Knowledge of JCAHO and other regulatory requirements. Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with employees at varying grade levels. *Ability to manage and supervise employees. *Ability to provide, or provide for, staff development and training. Preferred Experience/Qualifications: Registration by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) as a Registered Vascular Sonographer (RVS) or by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) as a Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) is highly desirable. Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications are also desirable. References: VA Handbook 5005/15, Part II, Appendix G27 The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-09. Physical Requirements: Light lifting, under 15 lbs., moderate carrying., reaching above shoulder, use of fingers, standing 4-6 hours; hearing, aid permitted. Duties require extensive use of fingers to perform keyboarding and the ability to hear requests by phone and in person. Version must be adequate to read and prepare documents.

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: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Contacts

• Address Raymond G Murphy Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center 1501 San Pedro Drive, Southeast Albuquerque, NM 87108 US
• Name: Evelyn Gaynor
• Phone: (415) 221-4810 X23645
• Email: [email protected]