Medical Instrument Technician - Diagnostic Ultrasound

The Cheyenne VA Health Care System, is currently recruiting one (1) Medical Instrument Technician (Diagnostic Ultrasound) for Diagnostic Imaging service

Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional 1. General Level Duties: Reviews orders and notes in Computerized Patient Record System to verify appropriate exams and patient's medical history. Performs routine administrative procedures for the purpose of maintaining accurate Ultrasound records. Schedule's appointments, processes exam requests, and registers patient exams, cancels and case edits exams in the Radiology Information System. Gathers related information such as current symptoms, prior imaging, patient history etc., so that correlation of examinations may be made by the Radiologist in diagnosis and recommendation of treatment for medical disorders. Accurately utilizes Picture Archiving and Communication Systems for acquisition, transmission, storage, and review of images, performs quality checks of all completed studies to ensure timely and accurate interpretation by the Radiologist. Explains examinations to be performed, in a manner appropriate to the patient to understand, the purpose of the study as well as any requirements of the patients so they are thoroughly understood. May be required to monitor vital signs, recognize allergic reactions, and initiate cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Advises the Radiologists of significant abnormalities that would require their immediate attention and visualization while the patient is undergoing an examination. Makes multiple simultaneous settings and adjustments in operation of equipment to ensure accurate results based on sonographic findings. Acquires high quality images of the abdomen, small parts, chest and extremities, and retroperitoneal space that assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patient medical disorders. This includes lowest output power and the shortest scan time consistent with acquiring the required diagnostic information. Adhere to all infection control procedures according to Joint Commission and Cheyenne VAMC guidelines and advises the supervisor of possible noncompliance of standards. Additionally, advise administrative staff of possible infection and patient fall risks along with near accidents and the proper ways to avoid them. Reviews new developments in the field and recommends to supervisor those that would improve the operation of the section. Maintains adequate supplies so that examinations are not delayed due to the lack of necessary equipment and supplies. Develops and maintains patient prep procedures so that patients and wards understand the proper preparations for Ultrasound examinations to minimize examination delays. Distributes Ultrasound examinations and related information to the Radiologist responsible for the interpretation of the exams. This is done so that treatment based on diagnosis may be effectuated in a timely manner. Performs or supervises routine housekeeping duties to assure that the Ultrasound area is clean and sanitary. This is done so that when sterile procedures are required in the Ultrasound area, there is minimal possibility of cross contamination due to unsanitary conditions. The technologist must be aware of and practice the safety policies/procedures of the Medical Center and participate in quality assurance activities as directed. Interprets requests and instructions from medical providers under the guidance of the Radiologist. Experience in Joint Commission readiness preparation. Incumbent is aware of and practices the Reusable Medical Equipment (RME) including initial training, proper setup, use and reprocessing and maintenance according to Cheyenne VAMC Standard Operating Procedures. Identify system errors Additional duties as assigned Work Schedule: 08:00 AM - 5:00 PM 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 #: 442-539550 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. 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. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1 or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

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/.