Medical Instrument Technologist (Diagnostic Ultrasound)

Duties

The Medical Instrument Technician (Diagnostic Ultrasound) is assigned to the Ultrasound Section of the Radiology Service and will perform Ultrasonography studies, process the studies using Picture Archive Communications System (PACS) for interpretation by the radiologist. This position is required to perform Ultrasound scanning of the abdomen, pelvis (including endo-vaginal exams), breast, neck, scrotum, and extremities (non-vascular). The major duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Constructs optimum image presentation on the monitor, through skilled scanning techniques and record data.
• Uses sterile technique when performing portable ultrasound examinations in the Intensive Care Unit and on the Wards.
• Cleans the equipment thoroughly and develops a precise and consistent method in covering the equipment, and transducer with sterile drapes, being careful not to contaminate the sterile field.
• Identifies when additional scans or different positions of the body are needed to fully demonstrate the anatomic area being evaluated.
• Processes and post processes the image and to set up the equipment for operation to provide manual override procedures.
• Performs computerized ultrasonic tomographic scans of major and minor organ systems.
• Performs general abdominal and portal vein ultrasound examinations.
• Advises radiologists or referring physicians of results of examinations and provide them with a preliminary diagnostic evaluation.
• Oversees patient scheduling and gives the proper pre-examination instructions when necessary.
• Maintains a quality assurance review of all ultrasound scanning equipment.
• Schedules and appropriately manage inpatients, outpatients, and Emergency department patients.
• Reviews and organizes the patient's previous radiographic and ultrasound studies for comparison with the current study so that an effective diagnostic use can be made of the current study.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Subject to background/security investigation.
• All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA.
• Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Personnel.
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.
• You may be required to serve a probationary period.
• You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job.
• Must be proficient in written and spoken English.

How You Will Be Evaluated

• Application VAF 10-2850c
• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Selective Service
• Social security number request
• Privacy Act
• Disability Letter (VA)
• Transcript

• How to Apply

  All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the full questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 06/05/2023 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/11959281.

  • To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.

  • Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.

  
  NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.
  To verify your application is complete, log into your USA JOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. To return to an incomplete application, log into your USA JOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USA JOBS account or your application will be incomplete.

  Agency contact information

  Stacy Cole

  Phone

  909-583-6524

  Email

  [email protected]

  Address

  Carl T Hayden Veterans' Administration Medical Center
  650 East Indian School Road
  Phoenix, AZ 85012
  US

  Next steps

  Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. After we receive application packages (including all required documents) and the vacancy announcement closes, we will review applications to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete, a referral certificate(s) is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email. Referred applicants will be notified as such and may be contacted directly by the hiring office for an interview. All referred applicants receive a final notification once a selection decision has been made.
  You may check the status of your application at any time by logging into your USA Jobs account and clicking on Applications. Information regarding your application status can be found in the USAJobs Help Center.
  NOTE: Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment and a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). It is a requirement that all HCP to receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons. Wearing a face mask is required when an exemption to the influenza vaccination has been granted. HCP in violation of this directive may face disciplinary action up to and including removal from federal service. HCP are individuals who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations or who come into contact with VA patients or other HCP as part of their duties. VHA locations include, but are not limited to, VA hospitals and associated clinics, community living centers (CLCs), community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary units, Vet centers and VA-leased medical facilities. HCP include all VA licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, remote and onsite, paid and without compensation, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee basis employees, VA contractors, researchers, volunteers and health professions trainees (HPTs) who are expected to perform any or all of their work at these facilities. HPTs may be paid or unpaid and include residents, interns, fellows and students. HCP also includes VHA personnel providing home-based care to Veterans and drivers and other personnel whose duties put them in contact with patients outside VA medical facilities.

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• Professional Certification
• Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.

• Required Documents

  As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.

  To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
  

  • Application VAF 10-2850c
  • Resume

  (Required with application package.)
  VA Form 10-2850c Application for Associated Health Occupations can be found at: About VA Form 10-2850C | Veterans Affairs. (Required with application package.)
  
  The following documents are accepted, and may be required if applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this position. Please use this checklist to ensure you have included all documents required for your application, such as a copy of your transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50's (current/former Federal employees), etc.
  

  • Cover Letter
  • DD-214/ Statement of Service
  • Disability Letter (VA)
  • Application VAF 10-2850c
  • Professional Certification
  • Resume
  • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
  • Transcript

  
  Veterans' Preference: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), 10pt (CP/CPS/XP), or for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP) in the questionnaire. You must provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) which shows dates and character of service (honorable, general, etc.). If you are currently serving on active duty and expect to be released or discharged within 120 days you must submit documentation related to your active duty service which reflects the dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), and dates of impending separation. Additionally, disabled veterans and others eligible for 10-point preference (such as widows or mothers of eligible Veterans) must also submit an SF-15 "Application for 10 Point Veteran Preference" with required proof as stated on the form. Documentation is required to award preference. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit Feds Hire Vets - Veterans - Job Seekers - Veterans' Preference.

  If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

  Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

  Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

• Reasonable accommodation policy

• Fair and Transparent

  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Financial suitability
  • Selective Service
  • New employee probationary period
  • Signature and false statements
  • Privacy Act
  • Social security number request
• DD-214/ Statement of Service
• Application VAF 10-2850c
• Financial suitability
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
• SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
• New employee probationary period
• Signature and false statements
• To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.

Required Documents

Clarification from the agency

This announcement is open to all U.S. Citizens. If you would like to apply to the Internal announcement for all VA employees, please apply to announcement number CBSX-11959280-23-SC.