Cardiac Catheterization Lab Techs work with physicians to complete both diagnostic & interventional invasive cardiac procedures including: LHC, RHC, PTCAs, Stent placement, IABP, IVUS, pressure wires, pericardiocentesis, temporary pacemakers, radial artery, peripheral, electrophysiology studies, implantable device placements, AICD placement. The 2-page Resume requirement does not apply to this occupational series. For more information, refer to Required Documents below.
Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Duties: Performs at an expert level for all essential functions and responsibilities as listed for lower grade levels. Works with the interdisciplinary team to obtain inpatient add-on information, and obtain patient history, labs, procedure type and corrects discrepancy or communicate contraindications to procedure if any exist with the interventional attending.
Scrubs, circulates and monitors to assists the cardiologist, electrophysiologist, and or fellows during procedures and has a vast knowledge of procedures and equipment that includes but not limited to Intracardiac echocardiography, Intravascular ultrasound, fractional flow reserve, atherectomy devices (rotablator, shockwave), Impella, Intra-aortic balloon pump, optical coherence tomography, inflation devices, pericardiocentesis with drainage, cardiac biopsies, ablations (atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, supraventricular tachycardia, premature ventricular contraction), 3D mapping, temporary pacemaker, devices (permanent pacemakers, Implantable cardiac defibrillators, biventricular pacemakers, Implanted loop recorders, CardioMEMS, Patent Foramen Ovale closures), intracoronary pressure measurements, cardioversion, central line placement, selective peripheral arteriograms.
Expert level knowledge of closure devices and hemostasis techniques and has the ability to teach others on proper deployment to prevent vascular complications.
Sets up computers to acquire, reconstruct, and analyze data using various computer software and peripheral devices to quantify coronary lesions and to generate ventricular analysis reports, cardiac output, gradients, valve areas, and other diagnostic parameters for patient reports & advocate recommended interventional treatment based on measurements obtained with the interventional attending.
Ensures that all procedural data is accurately recorded and mentors and monitors peers for precision. Accurately updates recording system to reflect pre, intra and post procedure processes to include adding or removing members to the recording system and updates the team regarding the changes made. Will always adhere to radiation safety: for patients as well as for staff. Anticipates patient's needs.
Assists with collecting radiation monitoring data, and updates fluoroscopy exam setting according to procedure type as directed by Cardiology Attending. Acts as collegial resource and point of contact for obtaining needed supplies from outside facilities. Appropriately documents all transactions. Actively participates and serves as an example promoting Quality Assurance/Improvement processes.
Ability to solve standard and nonstandard technical problems that the technician must coordinate with others to resolve. Applies a practical knowledge of the basic theories and principles of the scientific discipline (s) supported. Combining their knowledge with resourcefulness, initiative and independent judgment in locating precedents and resolving the details inherent to application. The list of duties will continue in the Qualifications section of the JOA.
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 0730-1600. Also, the position requires periods of "on call" status to ensure 24/7 coverage for emergencies. Must be able to report to duty within 30 minutes when in "on call" status.
Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases When setting pay, a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade).
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 #: 54709-F 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/. NOTE: If your school has changed names, or is no longer in existence, you must provide this information in your application.
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $82154 – $106806/yr.
This position requires a Other security clearance.
Applications close on 2027-01-07.
This position is open under the 'Fed Competitive' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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