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Medical Instrument Technician (Vascular)
Veterans Health Administration · Posted 56 days ago
On-site Las Vegas, NV $89K – $116K Apply by Jul 28, 2026 Medical Instrument Technician ESFJINFJISFJISTJ HealthcareTrades
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The Medical Instrument Technician (Vascular) serves in the Vascular and Ultrasound Laboratory at the VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System, Diagnostic Imaging Service operating advance diagnostic ultrasound equipment to measure and record vascular information, including but not limited to: vascular blood flow, blood pressure, limb volume changes, oxygen saturation, cerebral circulation, peripheral circulation, and abdominal circulation.
What You'll Do
- →Major duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Demonstrates advanced knowledge of cross-sectional and longitudinal vascular anatomy, anatomical planes and tissue structures, and the physiologic effects of disease entities impacting the vascular system.
- →Provides comprehensive Doppler information of peripheral vessels, demonstrates characteristic differences related to organ supply, accurately quantifies carotid artery stenosis, and identifies and correlates waveform analysis, plethysmographic tracings, velocity changes, and pressure gradients indicative of normal or diseased vessels or grafts.
- →Performs intracranial (transcranial) vascular examinations and a full range of general and vascular ultrasound studies, including but not limited to abdomen, pelvis, transvaginal, chest, small parts, thyroid, breast, and scrotum.
- →Operates ultrasound instruments to extract the highest quality diagnostic images, utilizing appropriate transducer frequency, Doppler angle, focal zones, gain, depth, color map, wall filter, and sample volume.
- →Provides objective data to document progression or regression of vascular disease, and supports clinical decision-making by producing high quality images and reports.
- →Assists with specialized procedures, including radiologist-guided biopsies and fluid aspirations, determining appropriate technique, location, depth, and needle angle as required.
- →Participates in quality assurance, performance improvement projects, and maintains compliance with JCAHO and other regulatory requirements.
- →Communicates effectively and professionally with patients and staff at all levels.
- →Performs portable and operating room ultrasound exams on patients unable to be transported to the Imaging Section.
- →Maintains ultrasound equipment cleanliness and functionality, stocks necessary supplies, and reports equipment malfunctions promptly.
- →Maintains accurate records and files of exams performed, inputs data into the electronic medical record (CPRS), ensures images are transmitted to PACS, and completes all required administrative tasks related to patient care and imaging.
- →Keeps current with advances in ultrasound and vascular technology, integrates new developments into practice as appropriate, and participates in ongoing education and training.
- →Adheres to all departmental and hospital policies, including those regarding leave, dress code, and safety practices, including radiation and MRI safety standards.
- →Performs all duties necessary to comply with regulatory agencies, participates in safety and quality assurance programs, and may participate in departmental committees and code teams as assigned.
Requirements
- ✓You must be a U.S.
- ✓Citizen to apply for this job.
- ✓To be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process.
- ✓In addition to the application and questionnaire, this position requires an online assessment.
- ✓The online assessment measures critical general competencies required to perform the 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).
Personality Fit
Job ID: 90aa9f75-bc1a-489a-8bfe-0a801c02a8d0
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