Medical Instrument Technician (Vascular Ultrasound)

Medical Instrument Technician (Vascular Ultrasound)

Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

Location(s): Augusta, Georgia

Salary Range: $55328 - $71932 Per Year

Job Summary: This is a full-performance level position requiring advanced knowledge in vascular ultrasound. The medical instrument technician (vascular ultrasound) performs a wide range of diagnostic vascular ultrasound procedures, including complex and non-routine exams, and is expected to make adjustments to techniques for optimal diagnostic results. This position is located at the Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center.

Major Duties:

• Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Key Responsibilities: Perform a full range of vascular ultrasound procedures, including, but not limited to: Arterial and venous duplex imaging Transcranial Doppler (TCD) Carotid, renal, abdominal, pelvic, chest, small parts and visceral vascular exams Preoperative vein mapping and chronic venous insufficiency studies Operate and adjust ultrasound equipment; ensure image quality and diagnostic accuracy Assist with biopsies, fluid aspirations, and surgical procedures Prepare and position patients, explain procedures, and ensure patient comfort Maintain accurate records and prepare imaging for interpretation by radiologists Recognize and differentiate imaging artifacts from pathology This is a full-performance level position requiring advanced knowledge of vascular sonography. The technician is expected to work independently, make real-time decisions during procedures, and contribute significantly to diagnostic outcomes. The role covers multiple vascular systems (cerebral, peripheral, abdominal) and supports both inpatient and outpatient care. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday; 8:00am-4:30pm 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 position. Functional Statement #: 60282F

Qualifications: Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. GS-8 Vascular Technician Qualifications (a) Experience Must have at least 1 year of experience comparable to the GS-7 level, which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) required for this grade. (b) Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) Candidates must demonstrate all of the following: Knowledge of cross-sectional and longitudinal vascular anatomy in normal and abnormal vessels, anatomical planes and tissue structures, physiologic effects of disease entities that impact the vascular system, signs and symptoms of acute and chronic vascular disease, and the characteristic appearance of: Aneurysms Pseudoaneurysms Thromboses Stenoses Occlusions AV fistulae Atherosclerotic plaque morphology Ability to provide Doppler information of peripheral vessels; demonstrate characteristic differences related to the organs they supply; accurately quantify carotid artery stenoses; and identify and correlate: Waveform analysis Plethysmographic tracings Velocity changes Pressure gradients Characteristics of normal, obstructed, or occluded vessels or grafts Ability to perform intracranial (transcranial) vascular examinations Ability to operate instruments to extract the highest quality image using appropriate: Transducer frequency Doppler angle Focal zones Gain Depth Color map Wall filter Sample volume Ability to provide objective data to document progression or regression of disease (c) Certification: Not required, but highly desirable: Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) - ARDMS Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) - CCI BCLS/ACLS certifications are also desirable May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria). Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-8. Physical Requirements: See VA Directive and Handbook 5019.

How to Apply: All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the full questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 01/05/2026 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12844509. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package. NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.

Application Deadline: 2026-01-05