Medical Instrument Technician (Diagnostic Ultrasound)

About the position

The Medical Instrument Technician (MIT), Ultrasound Sonographer, operates diagnostic ultrasound equipment that uses high frequency sound waves and other diagnostic techniques to produce cross sectional and two- and three-dimensional images of internal organs and body structures. The Ultrasound Technician operates independently when performing highly detailed and complex ultrasound examinations; working in collaboration with the Radiologists for help providing a final interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Performs ultrasound examinations independently, including special complicated examinations for which there are no standard instructions.
• Sets up and adjusts the ultrasound equipment to meet the needs of the examination and patient.
• Performs diagnostic ultrasound examinations on multiple areas of the body, including abdomen, pelvis, and vascular studies.
• Interacts with patients, explaining procedures and positioning them for the procedure.
• Interviews patients to obtain pertinent medical history related to the procedure.
• Reports patient history to interpreting radiologists.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Proficient in written and spoken English.
• Must pass pre-employment physical examination.
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is required.
• Must be proficient in diagnostic ultrasound examinations on multiple areas of the body.

Nice-to-haves

• Registration by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) or by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) is highly desirable.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications are also desirable.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and regular salary increases.
• 37-50 days of annual paid time off per year.
• Up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave after 12 months of employment.
• Traditional federal pension and federal 401K with up to 5% contributions by VA.
• Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care insurance.