VA New Jersey Health Care System (DOVA)
Medical Instrument Technician (Polysomnography)
VA New Jersey Health Care System (DOVA), East Orange, New Jersey, us, 07017
Overview
This Medical Instrument Technician (Polysomnography) position is in Specialty Care services at the VA New Jersey Health Care System. The MIT operates, and monitors computerized, and other equipment in the Sleep Laboratory to obtain high quality polysomnographic studies. The technician is responsible for performance of sleep monitoring studies, occasionally assisting in technical analysis. Overview Open dates: 10/30/2025 to 11/10/2025. Location: East Orange, NJ. Salary: $65,202 to $84,769 per year. Appointment type: Permanent. Work schedule: Full-time. Service: Excepted. GS-8 level with potential for promotion. Duties
Communication and interpersonal relations, including the ability to appropriately and courteously relate to internal and external customers. Maintenance of confidentiality of patients/employee information, electronic and printed. Functioning in the Medical Center in a safe manner including infection control and the correct operation of equipment. Interacts fully with patient and physician to determine the effectiveness and/or need for change of PAP modality. Monitors and interprets values and makes recommendations to physicians regarding treatment. Recognizing the need for medical intervention if patient safety is at risk. The staging and scoring of events present in the sleep studies. Performing MSL T and MWTs in accordance to practice parameters set by the AASM as required. Quality control in acquisition of data, scoring, and preparation of templates and/or reports for interpretation. Maintaining competency for operation and troubleshooting of all types of PAP equipment seen at the sleep center. Trouble shooting patient issues in CPAP clinics; provides compliance monitoring of PAP usage (card reading/evaluating patient compliance), patient education and coaching. Recording treatment, findings, and progress pertinent to patient care as per policy and protocols. Coordinating with EMS staff for proper maintenance of sleep lab. Assisting the Medical Director and/or the designated lead technologist of the Sleep Lab, to assure timely ordering coordination with prosthetics of delivery and/or stocking of all parts and supplies required in the sleep lab. Resolving technical work problems with the aid of references, such as manuals, troubleshooting guides, and other reference sources. Assisting the Supervisor, Medical Director, and/or Lead Sleep Tech of the sleep Lab to assure Quality Improvement standards are monitored in the clinic. Knowledge of standard, computerized polysomnographs for recording continuous all night physiological data including EEG, EOG, EKG, EMG and respiratory parameters. Knowledge of medical terminology and medical record organization to review medical records, sleep study orders, consent forms, and medical charts, etc. Performs additional duties as assigned by leadership. Qualifications
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. English Language Proficiency.
Medical Instrument Technicians must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with chapter 2, section D, paragraph 5a, this part. Education:
There are no specific educational requirements for this occupation. Education may be substituted for experience only at the GS-4 and GS-5 levels. 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). Grade Determinations
: GS-08:
Experience.
At least 1 year of experience comparable to the next lower grade level which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics related to the duties of the positions to be filled. This would be experience which provided a knowledge of the more complex procedures as well as knowledge of the uncommon and/or rare sleep disorders. In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs: Advanced knowledge or the International Classification of Sleep Disorders and the ability to recognize uncommon and/or rare sleep disorders. Ability to summarize and report polysomnographic data in narrative form. Knowledge of event characteristics (e.g., respiratory, cardiac, sleep stage, seizures, etc.) and ability to take appropriate action. Ability to provide briefings and orientation to hospital staff including physicians. Certification.
No certification or registration is required. Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications are also desirable for employees at this level. Assignment.
This represents the full performance level. At this level Polysomnographic Technicians are able to interact fully with the patient and physician to diagnose sleep disorders including those that are uncommon or rare. They are able to conduct full sleep studies including overnight studies and evaluate the relationship of events, sleep stages, and possible medical conditions which influence or result from events occurring during sleep. They anticipate problems likely to occur during the sleep study and prepare for such situations, make changes in established procedures, or recommend alternative courses of action. They are able to mentor lower graded technicians. Reference:
For more information on this qualification standard, please visit VA Qualification Standards. The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-08. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is GS-08. Physical Requirements:
See VA Directive and Handbook 5019. Education
IMPORTANT:
A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education. 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. 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. Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Required documents
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes: Resume Cover Letter DD-214/ Statement of Service Disability Letter (Schedule A) Disability Letter (VA) License PCS Orders Professional Certification Resume Separation Notice (RIF) SF-15 SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action Transcript Special Note for Applications:
To complete your application, please use the following link to download the standard Clinical Resume Document. This one-page document does not need to be modified and must be uploaded into the two-page restricted resume field. Your full resume/CV may be uploaded without page limitation into the other document upload field. Please ensure you have included all documents required for your eligibility and qualifications for this position, such as a copy of your transcript (if using education to qualify). How to Apply
All applicants are encouraged to apply online. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 11/10/2025 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire, visit the link provided in the job posting. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to upload your resume and supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire. Submit your answers to finalize your application package. NOTE:
It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation are submitted prior to the closing date. Agency contact information
Krystal Artis Phone: 682-384-2203 Email: krystal.artis@va.gov Address: VA New Jersey Health Care System, 385 Tremont Avenue, East Orange, NJ 07018, US Next steps
After submission, you will receive a confirmation by email. Applications will be reviewed for qualification and eligibility. Referred applicants will be notified by email and may be contacted for an interview. All referred applicants receive a final notification once a decision is made. You may check the status of your application in USAJobs. Fair and transparent The Federal hiring process is fair and transparent. Please review the following guidance: Criminal history inquiries, EEO policy, Financial suitability, Probationary period, Privacy Act, Reasonable accommodation policy, Selective Service, Signature and false statements, Social Security number.
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This Medical Instrument Technician (Polysomnography) position is in Specialty Care services at the VA New Jersey Health Care System. The MIT operates, and monitors computerized, and other equipment in the Sleep Laboratory to obtain high quality polysomnographic studies. The technician is responsible for performance of sleep monitoring studies, occasionally assisting in technical analysis. Overview Open dates: 10/30/2025 to 11/10/2025. Location: East Orange, NJ. Salary: $65,202 to $84,769 per year. Appointment type: Permanent. Work schedule: Full-time. Service: Excepted. GS-8 level with potential for promotion. Duties
Communication and interpersonal relations, including the ability to appropriately and courteously relate to internal and external customers. Maintenance of confidentiality of patients/employee information, electronic and printed. Functioning in the Medical Center in a safe manner including infection control and the correct operation of equipment. Interacts fully with patient and physician to determine the effectiveness and/or need for change of PAP modality. Monitors and interprets values and makes recommendations to physicians regarding treatment. Recognizing the need for medical intervention if patient safety is at risk. The staging and scoring of events present in the sleep studies. Performing MSL T and MWTs in accordance to practice parameters set by the AASM as required. Quality control in acquisition of data, scoring, and preparation of templates and/or reports for interpretation. Maintaining competency for operation and troubleshooting of all types of PAP equipment seen at the sleep center. Trouble shooting patient issues in CPAP clinics; provides compliance monitoring of PAP usage (card reading/evaluating patient compliance), patient education and coaching. Recording treatment, findings, and progress pertinent to patient care as per policy and protocols. Coordinating with EMS staff for proper maintenance of sleep lab. Assisting the Medical Director and/or the designated lead technologist of the Sleep Lab, to assure timely ordering coordination with prosthetics of delivery and/or stocking of all parts and supplies required in the sleep lab. Resolving technical work problems with the aid of references, such as manuals, troubleshooting guides, and other reference sources. Assisting the Supervisor, Medical Director, and/or Lead Sleep Tech of the sleep Lab to assure Quality Improvement standards are monitored in the clinic. Knowledge of standard, computerized polysomnographs for recording continuous all night physiological data including EEG, EOG, EKG, EMG and respiratory parameters. Knowledge of medical terminology and medical record organization to review medical records, sleep study orders, consent forms, and medical charts, etc. Performs additional duties as assigned by leadership. Qualifications
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. English Language Proficiency.
Medical Instrument Technicians must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with chapter 2, section D, paragraph 5a, this part. Education:
There are no specific educational requirements for this occupation. Education may be substituted for experience only at the GS-4 and GS-5 levels. 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). Grade Determinations
: GS-08:
Experience.
At least 1 year of experience comparable to the next lower grade level which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics related to the duties of the positions to be filled. This would be experience which provided a knowledge of the more complex procedures as well as knowledge of the uncommon and/or rare sleep disorders. In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs: Advanced knowledge or the International Classification of Sleep Disorders and the ability to recognize uncommon and/or rare sleep disorders. Ability to summarize and report polysomnographic data in narrative form. Knowledge of event characteristics (e.g., respiratory, cardiac, sleep stage, seizures, etc.) and ability to take appropriate action. Ability to provide briefings and orientation to hospital staff including physicians. Certification.
No certification or registration is required. Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications are also desirable for employees at this level. Assignment.
This represents the full performance level. At this level Polysomnographic Technicians are able to interact fully with the patient and physician to diagnose sleep disorders including those that are uncommon or rare. They are able to conduct full sleep studies including overnight studies and evaluate the relationship of events, sleep stages, and possible medical conditions which influence or result from events occurring during sleep. They anticipate problems likely to occur during the sleep study and prepare for such situations, make changes in established procedures, or recommend alternative courses of action. They are able to mentor lower graded technicians. Reference:
For more information on this qualification standard, please visit VA Qualification Standards. The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-08. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is GS-08. Physical Requirements:
See VA Directive and Handbook 5019. Education
IMPORTANT:
A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education. 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. 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. Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Required documents
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes: Resume Cover Letter DD-214/ Statement of Service Disability Letter (Schedule A) Disability Letter (VA) License PCS Orders Professional Certification Resume Separation Notice (RIF) SF-15 SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action Transcript Special Note for Applications:
To complete your application, please use the following link to download the standard Clinical Resume Document. This one-page document does not need to be modified and must be uploaded into the two-page restricted resume field. Your full resume/CV may be uploaded without page limitation into the other document upload field. Please ensure you have included all documents required for your eligibility and qualifications for this position, such as a copy of your transcript (if using education to qualify). How to Apply
All applicants are encouraged to apply online. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 11/10/2025 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire, visit the link provided in the job posting. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to upload your resume and supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire. Submit your answers to finalize your application package. NOTE:
It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation are submitted prior to the closing date. Agency contact information
Krystal Artis Phone: 682-384-2203 Email: krystal.artis@va.gov Address: VA New Jersey Health Care System, 385 Tremont Avenue, East Orange, NJ 07018, US Next steps
After submission, you will receive a confirmation by email. Applications will be reviewed for qualification and eligibility. Referred applicants will be notified by email and may be contacted for an interview. All referred applicants receive a final notification once a decision is made. You may check the status of your application in USAJobs. Fair and transparent The Federal hiring process is fair and transparent. Please review the following guidance: Criminal history inquiries, EEO policy, Financial suitability, Probationary period, Privacy Act, Reasonable accommodation policy, Selective Service, Signature and false statements, Social Security number.
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