Medical Intrument Technologist (Electroencephalogram Technician)

Defense Health Agency

TACOMA, WA

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Basic Life Support (BLS), CPR Certification, Electroencephalography (EEG), Emergency Care, First Aid, Fishing, Fitness, Healthcare, Hepatitis, Hospital, Hunting, Medical Conditions, Medical Treatment, Medicine, Military, Neurology, Operational Support, Peace Corps, Physician Credential, Sports, Volunteer Experience

LOCATION

TACOMA, WA

POSTED

30+ days ago

**Overview** **Medical Intrument Technologist (EEG) , Tacoma, WA** About the Position: This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Army Medical Center Madigan to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. This position is located at Madigan Army Medical Center, Department of Medicine, Neurology Service. Recruitment and/or relocation incentive is authorized for highly qualified candidates. At Madigan you will practice alongside civilian and military health care experts and experience unique professional opportunties. Our staff serves by caring for our military but are not subject to military requirements. We operate within safe staffing standards - giving you time to provide exceptional care. Located in the beautiful Pacific Northwest on the Puget Sound, in Washington State, Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM) is near the city of Lakewood, 10 minutes from Tacoma and 20 minutes from Olympia, the state capitol. JBLM is situated in a key location along Interstate 5, allowing easy access to Seattle, Tacoma, and the welcoming neighboring communities. Although the Army and Air Force missions have changed over the years, one thing has not changed-the natural setting of the base. Majestic Mount Rainier looms on the horizon, towering over the other peaks of the Cascade Range. From the mountains to the deep waters of Puget Sound and the Pacific Ocean, the local areas abound in natural beauty and outdoor recreation opportunities. Camping, hunting, fishing, hiking, boating and new sports are a way of life in Washington State. Working for the Department of Defense comes with an abundance of benefits and perks to include competitive compensation packages, paid-time off, medical benefits, student loan repayments, and retirement package with Thrift Savings Plan to include matching employer contributions. For more information, please visit the following link: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/benefits/ **Responsibilities** Major Duties + Conducts electroencephalograms (EEG) on patients. + Reviews patient's clinical history for common and complicated medical conditions. + Employs sterile techniques when conducting EEG procedures in all areas of the hospital. + Selects from a variety of electrodes and determines the best suited for each individual case. + When necessary, provide emergency care (i.e., CPR or First Aid) until clinician arrives. Performs other duties as assigned. **Qualifications** **Conditions of employment** + Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. + Required to be screened for and obtain necessary immunizations/vaccinations (hepatitis, influenza, etc.), unless exempted by a licensed physician. + This position requires Basic Life Support (BLS) training certification from, or in accordance with, the American Heart Association and American Red Cross. + Required to lift up to 45 lbs. in the regular performance of duties. Pre-employment physical required and annually thereafter. + This position has been designated "Mission Essential". In the event of severe weather conditions or other such emergency type situations the incumbent may be required to report to work or remain at work as scheduled to support mission operations. + This position has a mandatory seasonal influenza vaccination requirement and is therefore subject to annual seasonal influenza vaccinations. + This position is designated as having regular and recurring contact with children under the age of 18 and is subject to requirements of DoDI 1402.05 and AR 600-78. + Inclement Weather Essential position. + This position require the incumbent to work on call during irregular work hours which may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and/or varying work schedules. + This position may require the incumbent to work during irregular work hours which may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and/or varying work schedules. + This is a drug testing position. + A Personnel Security Investigation is required. **Qualifications** **Who May Apply: US Citizens** In order to qualify, you must meet the experience and/or education requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts isin this document (https://portal.chra.army.mil/hr\_public?id=kb\_article&sysparm\_article=KB0016283) . **Basic Requirement for Medical Instrument Technician (EEG):** **Specialized Experience:** One year of specialized experience which includes **experience conducting electroencephalographic (EEG) examinations, operating and monitoring electroencephalographic (EEG) equipment.** This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-06). **OR** **Education:** One full year of graduate level education in a field directly related to the work of the position, such as EEG Technology. **OR** **Combination of Experience and Education:** A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) by 18. Add the two percentages. ****A Certificate as a Registered Electroencephalographic (EEG) is highly desired but not required**** **Education** **FOREIGN EDUCATION:** If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/ Apply for this Job Online **Location** _US-WA-TACOMA_ **Job ID** _2026-9254_ **\# Positions** _1_ **Category** _Medical_ **Salary Range** _GS-7_ **Student Loan Repayment** _No_

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