The Charleston VA Healthcare Network is recruiting for a Medical Instrument Technician (Diagnostic Ultrasound). This position is located within the Radiology Service at the Ralph H. Johnson VA Healthcare System. The Ultrasound Technologist performs a full range of routine to complex ultrasound examinations and procedures. The incumbent collaborates closely with radiologists, providers, and other clinical staff to ensure examinations are completed efficiently and to the highest quality standards.
Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Major duties may include, but are not limited to: Functions: A. Performs a variety of routine to complex ultrasound examinations that require independent judgement, ingenuity and initiative in the operation of diagnostic ultrasound scanning equipment to produce cross sectional and two dimensional pictures of internal organs and body structures used to diagnose diseases and other medical conditions. The technologist must be competent in the production, use, recognition, and analysis of ultrasound images and patterns used for patient diagnosis and treatment. The sonographer at this level is regarded as an expert source and the interpreting radiologist relies heavily on the skills, knowledge, and abilities of the sonographers in providing a final interpretation. B. The studies include but are not limited to: Abdomen - liver, gallbladder, spleen, pancreas, abdominal aorta, vena cava and femoral arteries using Gray Scale, Real Time and multiple Doppler techniques to evaluate these structures for size, abnormal contour, cysts, tumors and various pathological disorders. Retroperitoneum -kidneys, adrenal glands, nodes, and urinary bladder using Gray Scale, Real Time and multiple Doppler techniques. Pelvis - urinary bladder, scrotum, prostate. Female pelvis performed with transabdominal and/ or endocavity probe for ovaries, and uterus. Miscellaneous scans (small parts) to include thyroid, skin lesions, baker's cyst, hernias, etc. C. In addition to general ultrasound, may also perform renal doppler, hepatic doppler, transplant imaging, mesenteric, TIPS evaluation, AV fistulas, temporal arteries, upper and lower extremities, and other vascular studies (arterial or venous) as deemed by service leadership. Implements protocols and performs exams for various research studies. D. As needed, assists with US-guided procedures including but not limited to biopsies, aspirations, drainages. Follows sterile/aseptic techniques and adheres to facility infection control policy. E. Performs routine, urgent or STAT outpatient, inpatient or emergency department ultrasound studies either in the Ultrasound department or bedside (portable), following pre-determined scan protocols. F. Assures images are properly identified with patient demographics, technologist notes and verifies archiving in PACS, ensuring efficiency and accuracy. G. Demonstrates knowledge of cross-sectional human anatomy and physiology as well as medical terminology. H. Evaluates the nature of critical and emergent procedures and rearranges priorities to accommodate them. I. Reports equipment malfunctions in a timely manner to the supervisor and Biomedical Engineering, and is competent to enter service requests/workorders, as appropriate. J. Assures timely/efficient completion of assigned workload. K. Reviews new developments in the field and recommends to supervisor those that would improve the operation of the section. Participates in special assignments or projects as directed by leadership. Performs periodic review of ultrasound protocols and workflows, making recommendations for improvements/updates L. Other duties, as assigned. Work Schedule: Mon-Fri 11am-7pm, rotating holidays and on-call duties Recruitment/Relocation Incentives (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 #: 62001F Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
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Greta.Kirby@va.gov
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