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 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 Licensure or Certification: Licensure or Certification is not required for this occupation however, it is strongly desirable as evidence of possession of the essential knowledge, skills, and abilities 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 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: Medical Instrument Technician (Diagnostic Ultrasound) Must have 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 Examples of specialized experience include, and are not limited to: This represents the full performance level for medical instrument technician (diagnostic ultrasound) At this level the technician is required to perform a full range of procedures including special complicated examinations for which there are no standard instructions or procedures They perform independent portable ultrasound examinations in the intensive care units, emergency room, surgery, and throughout the Medical Center when required They also work independently on evenings, nights, and weekend tours of duty as scheduled and/or when on call Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 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 diagnostic ultrasonography 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 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: Physical Requirements: The physical demand of the work includes heavy lifting, 45 pounds and over moderate carrying, 15-44 pounds pushing up to 4 hours reaching above shoulder use of fingers, good dexterity (both hands required) prolonged walking, prolonged standing repeated bending ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20 ability to distinguish basic colors hearing (aid permitted) speed in working and emotional stability Must have the ability to stand and work while wearing lead apron for long periods of time. ]]>5c143e31-5e48-4549-b638-05792d185386