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Medical Instrument Technician (Cardiac Cath Lab Tech)
Direct Jobs, San Antonio, Texas, United States, 78208
Summary
Cardiac Catheterization Lab Techs work with physicians to complete both diagnostic & interventional invasive cardiac procedures including: LHC - RHC - PTCAs - Stent placement - IABP - IVUS - pressure wires - pericardiocentesis - temporary pacemakers - radial artery - peripheral - electrophysiology studies - implantable device placements - AICD placement. The 2-page Resume requirement does not apply to this occupational series. For more information - refer to Required Documents below.
Qualifications This is an open continuous announcement. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis and qualified candidates will be considered as vacancies become available. Applications will remain on file until January 07 - 2027. 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.
United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy
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
See the grade requirements part of this standard for information regarding educational substitutions
Experience: Using sterile surgical techniques using equipment - medications - and supplies to set-up - calibrate - operate - and trouble shoot such equipment used in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory
providing quality control for the equipment for test result analysis
and recognizing and distinguishing normal from abnormal heart functions to forewarn physicians of an impending life-threatening situations
Licensure or Certification
Licensure or Certification is not required for this occupation
however - it is strongly desirable at GS-6 or above as evidence of possession of the essential knowledge - skills - and abilities
For certain functional areas at the higher levels or supervisory assignments - specific certifications appropriate to the specialty are indicated in this standard under "Titles and Certification/Registrations"
For all specialties identified in this standard - Basic and Advanced Cardiac Life Support certifications are desirable
Training which does not result in official certification does not meet this definition
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
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-09 Experience
At least 1 year of experience comparable to the next lower grade level - which is directly related to the duties of the position to be filled - and must fully meet the KSAs at that level
This would be experience which demonstrates possession of the knowledge required in order to provide all aspects of cardiac catheterization technician services
In addition - the candidate must demonstrate the following technical KSAs and the potential to acquire the assignment specific KSAs designated by an asterisk (*): Demonstrated Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities
KSAs 1 - 2 - and 3 are appropriate for all positions at this level
KSAs 4 and 5 are to be used in accordance with their appropriateness for the specific assignment
Knowledge of the more complex examination and treatment procedures and techniques in order to provide training and supervision in these procedures - to evaluate and initiate performance improvement projects - and to write policies - procedures - and protocols - that pertain to the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory
Knowledge of JCAHO and other regulatory requirements
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with employees at varying grade levels
Ability to manage and supervise employees
Ability to provide - or provide for - staff development and training
Certification
Registration by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) as a registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) is highly desirable
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications are also desirable for employees at this level
Preferred Experience: RCIS and or RCES certifications 2 years of Invasive Cardiovascular Catheterization Technologist experience
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-09
Physical Requirements: The work is sedentary
Some work may require movement between offices - hospitals - warehouses - and similar areas for meetings and to conduct work
Work may also require walking/standing - in conjunctions with travel to and attendance at meetings and/or conferences away from the work site
Incumbent may carry and lift light items weighing less than 15 pounds
Continuation of Duties from Duties Section of JOA: Advanced Knowledge of electrophysiology - proper lead placement - as well as normal and abnormal EKG and hemodynamic tracings
In depth knowledge of infection control procedures and protocols
Participates in rotational CCL on call activities and serves as technical team leader
Ensure productivity is maintained at the established level for the program for which he/she is responsible
Knowledge of the more complex examination and treatment procedures and techniques to provide training and supervision in these procedures - to participate in evaluation of and initiate performance improvement projects - to write policies - procedures - and protocols that pertain to the CCL
Serves as a guide for trainees and CART-CL documentation
Knowledge of Joint Commission and other regulatory requirements
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with employees at varying grade levels
Ability to provide - or provide for - staff development and training
Advanced knowledge of equipment - medications - and supplies used in the CCL and the ability to set up - calibrate - operate - and troubleshoot this equipment.
Duties
Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Duties: Performs at an expert level for all essential functions and responsibilities as listed for lower grade levels
Works with the interdisciplinary team to obtain inpatient add-on information - and obtain patient history - labs - procedure type and corrects discrepancy or communicate contraindications to procedure if any exist with the interventional attending
Scrubs - circulates and monitors to assists the cardiologist - electrophysiologist - and or fellows during procedures and has a vast knowledge of procedures and equipment that includes but not limited to Intracardiac echocardiography - Intravascular ultrasound - fractional flow reserve - atherectomy devices (rotablator - shockwave) - Impella - Intra-aortic balloon pump - optical coherence tomography - inflation devices - pericardiocentesis with drainage - cardiac biopsies - ablations (atrial fibrillation - atrial flutter - supraventricular tachycardia - premature ventricular contraction) - 3D mapping - temporary pacemaker - devices (permanent pacemakers - Implantable cardiac defibrillators - biventricular pacemakers - Implanted loop recorders - CardioMEMS - Patent Foramen Ovale closures) - intracoronary pressure measurements - cardioversion - central line placement - selective peripheral arteriograms
Expert level knowledge of closure devices and hemostasis techniques and has the ability to teach others on proper deployment to prevent vascular complications
Sets up computers to acquire - reconstruct - and analyze data using various computer software and peripheral devices to quantify coronary lesions and to generate ventricular analysis reports - cardiac output - gradients - valve areas - and other diagnostic parameters for patient reports & advocate recommended interventional treatment based on measurements obtained with the interventional attending
Ensures that all procedural data is accurately recorded and mentors and monitors peers for precision
Accurately updates recording system to reflect pre - intra and post procedure processes to include adding or removing members to the recording system and updates the team regarding the changes made
Will always adhere to radiation safety: for patients as well as for staff
Anticipates patient's needs
Assists with collecting radiation monitoring data - and updates fluoroscopy exam setting according to procedure type as directed by Cardiology Attending
Acts as collegial resource and point of contact for obtaining needed supplies from outside facilities
Appropriately documents all transactions
Actively participates and serves as an example promoting Quality Assurance/Improvement processes
Ability to solve standard and nonstandard technical problems that the technician must coordinate with others to resolve
Applies a practical knowledge of the basic theories and principles of the scientific discipline (s) supported
Combining their knowledge with resourcefulness - initiative and independent judgment in locating precedents and resolving the details inherent to application
The list of duties will continue in the Qualifications section of the JOA
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 0730-1600
Also - the position requires periods of "on call" status to ensure 24/7 coverage for emergencies
Must be able to report to duty within 30 minutes when in "on call" status
Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases When setting pay - a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade)
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) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual - based on prior [work experience] or military service experience
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 #: 54709-F Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
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Qualifications This is an open continuous announcement. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis and qualified candidates will be considered as vacancies become available. Applications will remain on file until January 07 - 2027. 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.
United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy
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
See the grade requirements part of this standard for information regarding educational substitutions
Experience: Using sterile surgical techniques using equipment - medications - and supplies to set-up - calibrate - operate - and trouble shoot such equipment used in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory
providing quality control for the equipment for test result analysis
and recognizing and distinguishing normal from abnormal heart functions to forewarn physicians of an impending life-threatening situations
Licensure or Certification
Licensure or Certification is not required for this occupation
however - it is strongly desirable at GS-6 or above as evidence of possession of the essential knowledge - skills - and abilities
For certain functional areas at the higher levels or supervisory assignments - specific certifications appropriate to the specialty are indicated in this standard under "Titles and Certification/Registrations"
For all specialties identified in this standard - Basic and Advanced Cardiac Life Support certifications are desirable
Training which does not result in official certification does not meet this definition
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
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-09 Experience
At least 1 year of experience comparable to the next lower grade level - which is directly related to the duties of the position to be filled - and must fully meet the KSAs at that level
This would be experience which demonstrates possession of the knowledge required in order to provide all aspects of cardiac catheterization technician services
In addition - the candidate must demonstrate the following technical KSAs and the potential to acquire the assignment specific KSAs designated by an asterisk (*): Demonstrated Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities
KSAs 1 - 2 - and 3 are appropriate for all positions at this level
KSAs 4 and 5 are to be used in accordance with their appropriateness for the specific assignment
Knowledge of the more complex examination and treatment procedures and techniques in order to provide training and supervision in these procedures - to evaluate and initiate performance improvement projects - and to write policies - procedures - and protocols - that pertain to the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory
Knowledge of JCAHO and other regulatory requirements
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with employees at varying grade levels
Ability to manage and supervise employees
Ability to provide - or provide for - staff development and training
Certification
Registration by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) as a registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) is highly desirable
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications are also desirable for employees at this level
Preferred Experience: RCIS and or RCES certifications 2 years of Invasive Cardiovascular Catheterization Technologist experience
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-09
Physical Requirements: The work is sedentary
Some work may require movement between offices - hospitals - warehouses - and similar areas for meetings and to conduct work
Work may also require walking/standing - in conjunctions with travel to and attendance at meetings and/or conferences away from the work site
Incumbent may carry and lift light items weighing less than 15 pounds
Continuation of Duties from Duties Section of JOA: Advanced Knowledge of electrophysiology - proper lead placement - as well as normal and abnormal EKG and hemodynamic tracings
In depth knowledge of infection control procedures and protocols
Participates in rotational CCL on call activities and serves as technical team leader
Ensure productivity is maintained at the established level for the program for which he/she is responsible
Knowledge of the more complex examination and treatment procedures and techniques to provide training and supervision in these procedures - to participate in evaluation of and initiate performance improvement projects - to write policies - procedures - and protocols that pertain to the CCL
Serves as a guide for trainees and CART-CL documentation
Knowledge of Joint Commission and other regulatory requirements
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with employees at varying grade levels
Ability to provide - or provide for - staff development and training
Advanced knowledge of equipment - medications - and supplies used in the CCL and the ability to set up - calibrate - operate - and troubleshoot this equipment.
Duties
Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Duties: Performs at an expert level for all essential functions and responsibilities as listed for lower grade levels
Works with the interdisciplinary team to obtain inpatient add-on information - and obtain patient history - labs - procedure type and corrects discrepancy or communicate contraindications to procedure if any exist with the interventional attending
Scrubs - circulates and monitors to assists the cardiologist - electrophysiologist - and or fellows during procedures and has a vast knowledge of procedures and equipment that includes but not limited to Intracardiac echocardiography - Intravascular ultrasound - fractional flow reserve - atherectomy devices (rotablator - shockwave) - Impella - Intra-aortic balloon pump - optical coherence tomography - inflation devices - pericardiocentesis with drainage - cardiac biopsies - ablations (atrial fibrillation - atrial flutter - supraventricular tachycardia - premature ventricular contraction) - 3D mapping - temporary pacemaker - devices (permanent pacemakers - Implantable cardiac defibrillators - biventricular pacemakers - Implanted loop recorders - CardioMEMS - Patent Foramen Ovale closures) - intracoronary pressure measurements - cardioversion - central line placement - selective peripheral arteriograms
Expert level knowledge of closure devices and hemostasis techniques and has the ability to teach others on proper deployment to prevent vascular complications
Sets up computers to acquire - reconstruct - and analyze data using various computer software and peripheral devices to quantify coronary lesions and to generate ventricular analysis reports - cardiac output - gradients - valve areas - and other diagnostic parameters for patient reports & advocate recommended interventional treatment based on measurements obtained with the interventional attending
Ensures that all procedural data is accurately recorded and mentors and monitors peers for precision
Accurately updates recording system to reflect pre - intra and post procedure processes to include adding or removing members to the recording system and updates the team regarding the changes made
Will always adhere to radiation safety: for patients as well as for staff
Anticipates patient's needs
Assists with collecting radiation monitoring data - and updates fluoroscopy exam setting according to procedure type as directed by Cardiology Attending
Acts as collegial resource and point of contact for obtaining needed supplies from outside facilities
Appropriately documents all transactions
Actively participates and serves as an example promoting Quality Assurance/Improvement processes
Ability to solve standard and nonstandard technical problems that the technician must coordinate with others to resolve
Applies a practical knowledge of the basic theories and principles of the scientific discipline (s) supported
Combining their knowledge with resourcefulness - initiative and independent judgment in locating precedents and resolving the details inherent to application
The list of duties will continue in the Qualifications section of the JOA
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 0730-1600
Also - the position requires periods of "on call" status to ensure 24/7 coverage for emergencies
Must be able to report to duty within 30 minutes when in "on call" status
Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases When setting pay - a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade)
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) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual - based on prior [work experience] or military service experience
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 #: 54709-F Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
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