This position is a member of the cardiac catheterization team and independently carries out a variety of complex physiological and radiological procedures.
This occupational series may be eligible for the Student Loan Repayment Program (SLRP). Repayment is limited to $40,000 annually, up to $100,000 in lifetime awards. Participants must sign a three-year service agreement and maintain an acceptable level of performance to remain eligible for this program. Contact VHAV23SLRP@va.gov for more information.
Duties include but are not limited to the following: Performs highly specialized invasive radiological, cardiovascular, intracoronary ultrasound, and electrophysiology procedures in collaboration with the cardiologist Operation of non-radiographic equipment such as hemodynamic monitoring and recording systems, and computer-aided programs for ventriculography, and coronary anatomy.
Prepping patients for angiographic, angioplasty, swan ganz and intra-aortic balloon pump placement, electrophysiology procedures, permanent and temporary pacemaker placement procedures, and preparation of arterial and venous monitoring setups adhering to prescribed aseptic and sterile technique.
Independently receives patients, explains complex or high-risk procedures, positions the patients, and makes necessary equipment adjustments Determines the isocenter value necessary for accurate exams, including in complex or non-standard anatomical presentations Determines the technical factors, positioning and proper angulation to achieve optimum views of specific vessels and/or lesions, including the most technically demanding cases.
Applies advanced knowledge of radiation protection standards Applies advanced knowledge of PACS systems, and computer applications, troubleshoots system issues and assists staff with technical problems Independently prepares and sets up radiological, ultrasound, and specialized equipment used in electrophysiology, angiographic, and angioplasty procedures Maintains and audits records of patients, examinations, digital disc archives, and radiographic film badge exposure records Evaluates the competency of trainees and less experienced technologists and provides feedback to the DRT supervisor regarding trainee progress.
Serves as the team's authority on practices for removal of indwelling arterial and venous sheaths and the achievement of hemostasis post-procedure, including managing complications other duties as assigned Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:30am to 4:00pm Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 000000 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
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/.
AMY.BAKNER@VA.GOV · 612-629-7180
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $94296 – $122578/yr.
Applications close on 2026-11-05.
This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.
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