Medical Instrument Technician (Echocardiography)

Quick Facts

• Role: Medical Instrument Technician (Echocardiography)

• Setting: In-person diagnostic echocardiography examinations for complex/unusual cases, including LVAD patients

• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:30pm

Description

Work independently to perform diagnostic echocardiography examinations in complex and unusual cases using ultrasound imaging and simultaneous Doppler recordings. Conduct transthoracic echocardiograms for LVAD patients in inpatient and outpatient settings, including ramp studies to optimize LVAD hemodynamics. Prepare preliminary diagnostic reports for cardiologist review using PACS.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic cardiac ultrasound with M-mode and 2D imaging to evaluate pericardium, cardiac walls, chambers, septa, and valves

• Apply knowledge of ultrasound physics and echocardiographic instrumentation limitations to minimize artifacts and recognize subtle equipment malfunctions

• Complete echocardiogram studies using 2D/3D imaging plus M-mode, pulsed wave, continuous wave, color Doppler, and Tissue Doppler imaging (TDI)

• Set up, perform, and analyze pharmacological stress, exercise stress, and contrast echocardiograms

• Prepare preliminary echocardiogram diagnostic reports for cardiologist review using PACS

• Support LVAD echocardiography protocols and optimization studies in coordination with the lab director and clinical physicians

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship

• Proficiency in written and spoken English

• Background/security investigation required

• Participation in required VA onboarding and pre-employment processes, including identification verification

• Seasonal influenza vaccination required

• Selected applicants may be subject to urinalysis drug screening

• Selective Service registration required for eligible males

• 1+ year of comparable echocardiography experience demonstrating ability to perform diagnostic echocardiography in complex/unusual cases

• Ability to support training/supervision, evaluate/initiate performance improvement projects, and develop echocardiography policies/protocols

• Knowledge of JCAHO and other regulatory requirements

• Professional communication and ability to manage/supervise employees; provide staff development and training

• BCLS and ACLS desirable; CCI RCS or ARDMS RDCS highly desirable

Benefits

Federal employment offers a comprehensive benefits package; eligibility depends on position type and full-time/part-time status.