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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. Responsibilities 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 Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this 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 dentification 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). Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1 or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. 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. Education 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/. Additional Information Receiving Service Credit or Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or military service experience. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed. During the application process you may have an option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status. VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. The health-related positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority. If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement. Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process, visit Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP) at The Fair Chance Act.