The New Mexico VA Healthcare Network is recruiting for a Medical Instrument Technician (Cardiac Catherization) assigned to the Nursing service line. The incumbent will be responsible for performing invasive diagnostic and interventional cardia procedures in the Cardiac Catheterization Lab (CCL).
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. English Language Proficiency: Must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d). 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: In addition to meeting the basic requirements, to you have at least 1 year of experience comparable to the next lower grade level (GS-8), 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 (*): 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. Preferred Experience: Over 1 year of previous cardiac catheterization lab work experience. 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. 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: Able to meet the physical demands of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing duties of this job, the CCL Technician is frequently required to stand, walk, bend and reach. Must be able to lift and/or move over 50 pounds. They must have good manual dexterity and keyboarding skills. Must be able to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word. Must be able to view and read information on computer screens.
Major duties include but not limited to: Scrub, circulate, monitor, andoperate equipment on the most complex examination and treatment procedures including intra-aortic balloon pump therapy or Impella therapy for critically ill patients. Back up to the Lead MIT for ordering all Cath Lab specific supplies including catheters, balloons, stents, sheaths, etc Coordinate all communication with vendors and schedule their visits. Work with physicians to complete both diagnostic and interventional invasive cardiac procedures including: LHC, RHC, PTCAs, Stent placement, IABP, IVUS, Impella, pressure wires, percardiocentesis, temporary pacemakers, radial or femoral artery procedures, peripheral procedures, permanent pacemaker placement and AICD placement. Responsible for patient scheduling, appropriate follow up and EMR documentation. Work Schedule: 7:00am-5:30pm Monday-Friday; 4 shifts/On call alternating nights/weekends Telework: Not available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 000000 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized