The Medical Instrument Technician (Diagnostic Ultrasound) position is assigned to the El Paso VA Health Care System (EPVAHCS), Radiology Service, Diagnostic Ultrasound section in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Diagnostic ultrasound uses specialized imaging equipment that emits high frequency sound waves and captures detailed images of the body's internal anatomy.
Responsible for assisting patients with safe transfers to and from the examination table, utilizing department-approved mobility equipment such as walkers, wheelchairs, and Hoyer lifts, while adhering to all facility and departmental safety protocols.
Conducts patient interviews, reviews medical history, and verifies that the exam order aligns with the clinical indication; clearly explains the purpose of the study and provides instructions to ensure patient understanding and cooperation; and communicates all relevant history and significant findings to the interpreting radiologist through a technologist report at the conclusion of each exam to ensure accurate diagnostic correlation.
Performs a comprehensive range of ultrasound examinations, from routine to highly specialized studies, requiring expert knowledge of anatomy and pathology. Responsibilities include proper patient alignment and positioning, equipment setup, and manual transducer manipulation to obtain high-quality diagnostic images.
Exam types include abdominal imaging (liver, gallbladder, pancreas, appendix, spleen, kidneys, bladder, and associated vasculature), Doppler evaluations of blood flow to and from major organs, small parts imaging (thyroid, scrotum, testicles, and soft-tissue lesions), and vascular imaging (upper and lower extremity arterial and venous studies, carotid studies, and renal artery doppler).
The technologist performs diagnostic ultrasound to assess, but not limited to, tumors, fluid collections, aneurysms, deep vein thrombosis, stenosis, size and shape appearance of organs and tissue. Ensures accurate and complete examinations through advanced technical skills and a thorough understanding of both normal and abnormal human anatomy.
Advises radiologists or referring physicians of significant abnormalities that would require immediate attention and visualization while the patient is undergoing the examination. Maintains effective control of the Ultrasound area by coordinating, planning, organizing, and executing daily workflow to optimize efficiency within the department. Collaborates with the healthcare team when needed to ensure continuity of care and support patient outcomes.
Manages emergency and excessive workload by adjusting schedules to accommodate added patients. Technologist will perform other clinical, administrative and imaging duties in which they are trained and/or competent as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Recruitment/Relocation Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized 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) 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/remote position. Functional Statement #: 55553-F Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional
There is no educational substitution at this grade level.
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $84363 – $109678/yr.
Applications close on 2026-10-09.
This position is open under the 'Fed Competitive' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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