Summary The 2-page Resume requirement does not apply to this occupational series. For more information, refer to Required Documents below. The Medical Instrument Technician (Cardiac Catheterization/Electrophysiology Lab) position is located at the Kernersville, NC VA Medical Center. Cath Lab/EP Technicians at this level functions proficiently in Cardiac Cath Lab. They may be responsible for ordering all Cath Lab and EP Lab. Responsibilities The Cardiac Cath Lab Technician executes position responsibilities the demonstrate leadership, experience, and creative approaches to managing complex systems including the following: Ability to scrub, circulate, and monitor advanced procedures to include, but not limited to intravascular ultrasound, FFR/iFR,PCI, permanent pacemaker insertions and AICD insertions. Promote safe practices and standards, maintain knowledge of equipment operation, adhere to equipment safety guidelines and report any malfunctions. Knowledge and understanding of ECG and pressure waveforms from the great vessels and all chambers of the heart, and forewarn the physician of an impending life-threatening situation. Promote safe practices and standards, maintain knowledge of equipment operation. Completes and maintains accurate records and logs for the procedure performed. Assists with inventory management. Assists in pre-and post area such as sheath removal and radial brand management. Mentors and supports co-workers and trainees. Performs and maintains assigned point-of-care testing and annual competencies. Participates and completes continuing education and annual required education Knowledge of JCAHO and other regulatory requirements. Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with employees at varying grade levels. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday; 0800am - 4:30pm Telework: Not Authorized Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized 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. Must pass pre-employment physical examination. 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. "Special Note for Applications: To complete your application, please use the following link https://vacareers.va.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/Resume.docx 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' document upload field Your full resume/CV may be uploaded without page limitation into the "Other" document upload field." 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. Education: There are no specific education requirements for this occupation. 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. 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). 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. In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to scrub, circulate, and monitor advanced procedures in the Cardiac Cath Lab, EP Lab and Interventional Radiology to include, but not limited to rotoblation, intravascular ultrasound, FFR/iFR and permanent pacemaker insertions, AICD insertions. Promote safe practices and standards, maintain knowledge of equipment operation, adhere to equipment safety guidelines and report any malfuctions. Monitor and evaluate patient stability during procedures, assist with treatment under supervision, and assist with advance procedures. Ensure emergency equipment and supplies are always ready; recognize and respond to potential emergency situations. Preferred Experience: Interventional procedures to include cardiac, vascular and radiology. Certification. Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) and Advance Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification. Registration by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) as a Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) is preferred.. Assignment. This represents the full performance level. Cardiac catheterization/Electrophysiology Lab technicians at this level function as full members of the Cardiac Invasive Team. They scrub, circulate, operate equipment, etc., on the most complex examination and treatment procedures including procedures, but not limited to intra-aortic balloon pump therapy for very critical patients. They mentor and train lower graded technicians, nurses, nursing students, and cardiopulmonary technology students on cardiac catheterization laboratory procedures and assist the supervisor/manager with quality control and performance improvement activities. References: VA Handbook 5005/54, Part II, Appendix G27, Medical Instrument Technician, dated June 2012. The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-08. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the GS-08 level. Physical Requirements: The work requires standing or walking for a major portion of the work day. The walking will often require carrying supplies or pushing carts and equipment. Standing will require holding patients or stocking supplies. This may occupy half of the work day and will hence be considered demanding physical activity. A certain mechanical dexterity is required in the replacement of parts and the repair of equipment to restore or maintain operability after faults are identified. Education There is no educational substitution at this grade level 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.
