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Summary An Echocardiography Technician at this level is responsible for performing echocardiography exams which range from the routine to the complex in all echocardiography modalities, which may require problem solving, communication and writing skills, as well as knowledge of regulatory and industry compliance and accreditation issues. Responsibilities Duties: The duties include, but are not limited too: Echocardiography Technician is under the general supervision of the Supervisory Echocardiography Technician. The employee is responsible for planning and carrying out their assignment, resolving independently most of the conflicts that arise, coordinating with VA staff and affiliates as necessary, and interpreting policy on own initiative in terms of established objectives. The Echo Technician keeps the Supervisory Echo Technician informed of progress and potentially controversial matters. Duties include providing Echo services in more complex cases. The Echo Technician performs studies independent of physician over-the shoulder supervision. Although each study follows an overall standard format approved by the Chief of Cardiology, he/she is expected to modify the study to demonstrate any unexpected abnormalities encountered during the study. In practically all cases the Echo Technician handles all problems and deviations, rarely consulting the physician. The Echo Tech communicates life-threatening abnormalities and critical results to the appropriate physician(s) in a timely manner. The Echo Technician must have knowledge of regulatory requirements for Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) and lab accreditation issues (IAC). In the absence of the Supervisory Echo Tech, the GS-8 Echo Technician may be asked to assume the responsibilities of supervising the Echo lab if need be. The incumbent must assist the supervisor in writing lab procedures, protocols and policies for Quality Assurance and IAC accreditation (as needed), in addition to assisting with special projects and database operations. Work Schedule: TOD 10 hours, 4 days a week Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position Functional Statement #: 0000 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 (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