Medical Instrument Technician (Dual X-Ray)
SummaryReady to make your application Please do read through the description at least once before clicking on Apply.
The position is located within the Health Disparities Research Section (HDRS), Laboratory of Epidemiology and Population Sciences (LEPS), National Institute on Aging (NIA).
LEPS plans, conducts, and directs epidemiology, demography, and biometry programs relevant to the mission of the NIA.
DutiesDesigns, plans, and performs non-routine and specialized densitometry procedures using techniques in accordance with established protocols and in coordination with physicians.
Performs preliminary quality control and analysis of the printed EKG output to determine if the EKG tracing is appropriate for interpretation.
Monitors physiological status of participant during procedures arid conducts participant education.
Recommends and implements actions necessary for the improvement of overall performance of medical equipment study.
Sets up, calibrates, standardizes, adjusts, cleans, and maintains new or recently modified DXA equipment used in research.
Monitors levels of inventory and participates in selection of new supplies and equipment.
Conducts comprehensive systematic quality control procedures and preventative maintenance on DXA scanner on a regular basis and maintains proper electronic and written records for quality control reports.
Conducts comprehensive systematic quality control procedures on the EKG machine on a regular basis.
Order parts needed for the EKG machine and maintain calibration records.
Obtains analytical data and develops reports to medical staff.
Knowledge and skills in recording data, maintaining records about patients and instrumentation, and creating and adhering to scheduled protocols for equipment management.
The duties described above are at the full performance level of GS 09, if you are selected at a lower grade, you will essentially perform a variety of duties as those at the full performance level described above, however, duties will be performed under closer supervision with more detailed guidance.
RequirementsConditions of EmploymentU.
S.
Citizenship requirement or proof of being a U.
S.
National must be met by closing date.
Employment is subject to the successful completion of a background investigation, verification of qualifications, completion of onboarding forms, submission of required documents, and any other job-related requirement before or after appointment.
Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered with the Selective Service.
If selected, you must pass a pre-employment medical examination, provide evidence of immunization, and be free from communicable diseases.
QualificationsYou qualify at the GS-08 level, if you meet the following qualification requirement:
You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the GS-07 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks:
Performing scans in a supervised setting using X-Ray related equipment; implementing new or changing instrumentation procedures; assisting in calibrating, operating, and maintaining X-Ray related equipment; and reading test results and providing advice on patient condition.
You qualify at the GS-09 level, if you meet one of the following qualification requirements:
You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the GS-08 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks:
Independently performing scans using X-Ray related equipment (including DXA or EKG); providing training to staff in new or changing instrumentation procedures; preparing test results for physician review; calibrating, operating and maintaining X-Ray related equipment; maintaining detailed records and preparing record of test results; and evaluating test results to determine patient condition; ORB.
Successfully completed a master's or equivalent graduate degree, or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree, or an LL.
B.
or J.
D.
This degree major must have been in a field of study with coursework directly related to the work of the position to be filled, that included at least 24 semester hours in courses such as biology, anatomy, physiology, chemistry, medical technology, or physics.
Of the 24 semester hours, at least 12 must have been in a field directly related to the specialization of the position.
You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay.
Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position.
Preview assessment questionnaire before you apply:
How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be assessed on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics):
1.
Skill in a wide range of radiology methods, principles, and practices including basic principles of Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DXA) and other medical instruments including electrocardiograms (EKG) to perform clinical procedures, experiments, or clinical tests.
2.
Skill in maintaining and adapting medical instruments and equipment for use in laboratory tests and procedures including maintaining reports and records.
3.
Skill in oral and written communication and ability to review and interpret physician orders for testing, resolve discrepancies, and review participant information prior to conducting study tests.
4.
Ability to prepare and analyze test results, prepare reports, and document and maintain records, and report findings.
If you meet the minimum qualifications for this position, your application and responses to the online questionnaire will be evaluated under Category Rating and selection procedures for placement in one of the following categories:
Best Qualified - for those who are superior in the evaluation criteriaWell Qualified - for those who excel in the evaluation criteriaQualified - for those who only meet the minimum qualification requirementsThe Category Rating Process does not add veterans' preference points but protects the rights of veterans by placing them ahead of non-preference eligibles within each category.
Applicants determined to be Best Qualified will be referred for further consideration.
Preference eligibles in the Best Qualified category are referred before all other applicants.
To determine your qualifications and referral status, we may review your resume and supporting documentation and compare it against your responses to the vacancy questionnaire.
Ensure you support your self-ratings by the information you provide in your application.
We may verify or assess your qualifications at any time.
Inflated or unsupported qualifications may affect your rating.
Any misrepresentation or material omission of facts may be sufficient cause to end further consideration of your candidacy.
Persons listed as having knowledge of your past accomplishments or experience in your application may be contacted for verification purposes at any time.
Verification may, but need not, begin prior to receiving an offer.
To be considered well qualified for the purposes of the and the , you must be able to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position upon entry and substantively exceed the basic qualifications by scoring at least an 85 on the assessment and meet all eligibility, physical, medical, suitability, and all other requirements.
Required DocumentsREQUIRED FOR ALL APPLICANTSRESUME:
Your resume must thoroughly describe how your skills and experiences align to the criteria defined in the Qualifications section of this announcement and it must support your responses to the assessment questionnaire.
We cannot assume you have performed the necessary experience required for this position regardless of your employment history or academic career.
To ensure all of the essential information is in your resume, we encourage you to use the.
If you choose to use your own resume, you must ensure it contains all of the required information and you organize it so we can associate the following information for each experience/position:
Job titleName of employerBeginning and ending dates of employment (month/day/year format)Hours worked per week.
We will assume full-time unless otherwise stated.
We will prorate part-time employment in crediting experience.
Detailed description of job duties, accomplishments, related skills, and responsibilities to include any supervisory/managerial responsibilities and number of staff supervised (if applicable)Series and grade or equivalent (if a federal position)If the position has an education requirement or you are qualifying on the basis of education, you must list your education history including the type of degree and your major of study.
If the position requires a certain number of credit hours, you are strongly encouraged to list the relevant courses in your resume.
Do not include a photograph or video of yourself, or any sensitive information (age, date of birth, marital status, protected health information, religious affiliation, social security number, etc.
) on your resume or cover letter.
We will not access web pages linked on your resume or cover letter to determine your qualifications.
For resume writing guidance, please visit the following resources:
, , and the.
ASSESSMENT QUESTIONNAIRE:
You must submit a completed assessment questionnaire.
Unless otherwise stated, we will only use the information above to determine your qualifications.
Not providing the required information may result in a determination that you do not meet minimum requirements for the position (e.
g.
, an ineligible rating) or a lower rating.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION FOR PREFERENCE OR ELIGIBILITY CLAIMSTo claim veterans' preference, career transition selection priority, Schedule A or military spouse eligibility, you must provide the documentation listed below AND respond accordingly to the associated question on the online questionnaire.
(DD-214, VA Disability Letter, etc.
) :
Reference for required documentation for 10 point claims.
Submission of SF-15 is not required, unless you are claiming derived preference (XP) as described in questions 7, 8, or 9 on the SF-15.
In those cases, you must submit a completed SF-15 and the required documentation.
For 5 point claims, you must submit your DD-214 (if separated) or any written documentation from the armed forces that certifies you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the is submitted with your application package.
Visit our sites on / for more information and required documentation.
Visit our site on the for more information and required documentation to verify eligibility.
Schedule A Eligibility (Applicants with Disabilities) Applicants who are eligible to be considered under must submit appropriate documentation to verify eligibility.
Documentation must be obtained from a licensed medical professional (e.
g.
, a physician or other medical professional certified by a state, the District of Columbia, or a U.
S.
territory to practice medicine); a licensed vocational rehabilitation specialist (i.
e.
, state or private); or any Federal agency, state agency, or agency of the District of Columbia or a U.
S.
territory that issues or provides disability benefits.
The letter must be printed on a medical professional's letterhead and signed.
Veterans' preference takes precedence in these appointments.
The Schedule A and military spouse hiring authorities do not guarantee employment or give an individual preference in the hiring process.
If you do not provide the required information, we will assume you are not eligible, or you do not wish to be considered for any preference or eligibility.
Do not submit documentation that is not requested of you.
To protect your personal information, we will only send your resume and cover letter to the selecting official or hiring manager.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.
S.
Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications.
Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
PDN-9aa180f6-b490-416b-bae3-197df3f1dd1d Recommended Skills Adaptability Anatomy Biology Biometrics Calibration Chemistry Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
The position is located within the Health Disparities Research Section (HDRS), Laboratory of Epidemiology and Population Sciences (LEPS), National Institute on Aging (NIA).
LEPS plans, conducts, and directs epidemiology, demography, and biometry programs relevant to the mission of the NIA.
DutiesDesigns, plans, and performs non-routine and specialized densitometry procedures using techniques in accordance with established protocols and in coordination with physicians.
Performs preliminary quality control and analysis of the printed EKG output to determine if the EKG tracing is appropriate for interpretation.
Monitors physiological status of participant during procedures arid conducts participant education.
Recommends and implements actions necessary for the improvement of overall performance of medical equipment study.
Sets up, calibrates, standardizes, adjusts, cleans, and maintains new or recently modified DXA equipment used in research.
Monitors levels of inventory and participates in selection of new supplies and equipment.
Conducts comprehensive systematic quality control procedures and preventative maintenance on DXA scanner on a regular basis and maintains proper electronic and written records for quality control reports.
Conducts comprehensive systematic quality control procedures on the EKG machine on a regular basis.
Order parts needed for the EKG machine and maintain calibration records.
Obtains analytical data and develops reports to medical staff.
Knowledge and skills in recording data, maintaining records about patients and instrumentation, and creating and adhering to scheduled protocols for equipment management.
The duties described above are at the full performance level of GS 09, if you are selected at a lower grade, you will essentially perform a variety of duties as those at the full performance level described above, however, duties will be performed under closer supervision with more detailed guidance.
RequirementsConditions of EmploymentU.
S.
Citizenship requirement or proof of being a U.
S.
National must be met by closing date.
Employment is subject to the successful completion of a background investigation, verification of qualifications, completion of onboarding forms, submission of required documents, and any other job-related requirement before or after appointment.
Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered with the Selective Service.
If selected, you must pass a pre-employment medical examination, provide evidence of immunization, and be free from communicable diseases.
QualificationsYou qualify at the GS-08 level, if you meet the following qualification requirement:
You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the GS-07 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks:
Performing scans in a supervised setting using X-Ray related equipment; implementing new or changing instrumentation procedures; assisting in calibrating, operating, and maintaining X-Ray related equipment; and reading test results and providing advice on patient condition.
You qualify at the GS-09 level, if you meet one of the following qualification requirements:
You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the GS-08 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks:
Independently performing scans using X-Ray related equipment (including DXA or EKG); providing training to staff in new or changing instrumentation procedures; preparing test results for physician review; calibrating, operating and maintaining X-Ray related equipment; maintaining detailed records and preparing record of test results; and evaluating test results to determine patient condition; ORB.
Successfully completed a master's or equivalent graduate degree, or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree, or an LL.
B.
or J.
D.
This degree major must have been in a field of study with coursework directly related to the work of the position to be filled, that included at least 24 semester hours in courses such as biology, anatomy, physiology, chemistry, medical technology, or physics.
Of the 24 semester hours, at least 12 must have been in a field directly related to the specialization of the position.
You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay.
Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position.
Preview assessment questionnaire before you apply:
How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be assessed on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics):
1.
Skill in a wide range of radiology methods, principles, and practices including basic principles of Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DXA) and other medical instruments including electrocardiograms (EKG) to perform clinical procedures, experiments, or clinical tests.
2.
Skill in maintaining and adapting medical instruments and equipment for use in laboratory tests and procedures including maintaining reports and records.
3.
Skill in oral and written communication and ability to review and interpret physician orders for testing, resolve discrepancies, and review participant information prior to conducting study tests.
4.
Ability to prepare and analyze test results, prepare reports, and document and maintain records, and report findings.
If you meet the minimum qualifications for this position, your application and responses to the online questionnaire will be evaluated under Category Rating and selection procedures for placement in one of the following categories:
Best Qualified - for those who are superior in the evaluation criteriaWell Qualified - for those who excel in the evaluation criteriaQualified - for those who only meet the minimum qualification requirementsThe Category Rating Process does not add veterans' preference points but protects the rights of veterans by placing them ahead of non-preference eligibles within each category.
Applicants determined to be Best Qualified will be referred for further consideration.
Preference eligibles in the Best Qualified category are referred before all other applicants.
To determine your qualifications and referral status, we may review your resume and supporting documentation and compare it against your responses to the vacancy questionnaire.
Ensure you support your self-ratings by the information you provide in your application.
We may verify or assess your qualifications at any time.
Inflated or unsupported qualifications may affect your rating.
Any misrepresentation or material omission of facts may be sufficient cause to end further consideration of your candidacy.
Persons listed as having knowledge of your past accomplishments or experience in your application may be contacted for verification purposes at any time.
Verification may, but need not, begin prior to receiving an offer.
To be considered well qualified for the purposes of the and the , you must be able to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position upon entry and substantively exceed the basic qualifications by scoring at least an 85 on the assessment and meet all eligibility, physical, medical, suitability, and all other requirements.
Required DocumentsREQUIRED FOR ALL APPLICANTSRESUME:
Your resume must thoroughly describe how your skills and experiences align to the criteria defined in the Qualifications section of this announcement and it must support your responses to the assessment questionnaire.
We cannot assume you have performed the necessary experience required for this position regardless of your employment history or academic career.
To ensure all of the essential information is in your resume, we encourage you to use the.
If you choose to use your own resume, you must ensure it contains all of the required information and you organize it so we can associate the following information for each experience/position:
Job titleName of employerBeginning and ending dates of employment (month/day/year format)Hours worked per week.
We will assume full-time unless otherwise stated.
We will prorate part-time employment in crediting experience.
Detailed description of job duties, accomplishments, related skills, and responsibilities to include any supervisory/managerial responsibilities and number of staff supervised (if applicable)Series and grade or equivalent (if a federal position)If the position has an education requirement or you are qualifying on the basis of education, you must list your education history including the type of degree and your major of study.
If the position requires a certain number of credit hours, you are strongly encouraged to list the relevant courses in your resume.
Do not include a photograph or video of yourself, or any sensitive information (age, date of birth, marital status, protected health information, religious affiliation, social security number, etc.
) on your resume or cover letter.
We will not access web pages linked on your resume or cover letter to determine your qualifications.
For resume writing guidance, please visit the following resources:
, , and the.
ASSESSMENT QUESTIONNAIRE:
You must submit a completed assessment questionnaire.
Unless otherwise stated, we will only use the information above to determine your qualifications.
Not providing the required information may result in a determination that you do not meet minimum requirements for the position (e.
g.
, an ineligible rating) or a lower rating.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION FOR PREFERENCE OR ELIGIBILITY CLAIMSTo claim veterans' preference, career transition selection priority, Schedule A or military spouse eligibility, you must provide the documentation listed below AND respond accordingly to the associated question on the online questionnaire.
(DD-214, VA Disability Letter, etc.
) :
Reference for required documentation for 10 point claims.
Submission of SF-15 is not required, unless you are claiming derived preference (XP) as described in questions 7, 8, or 9 on the SF-15.
In those cases, you must submit a completed SF-15 and the required documentation.
For 5 point claims, you must submit your DD-214 (if separated) or any written documentation from the armed forces that certifies you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the is submitted with your application package.
Visit our sites on / for more information and required documentation.
Visit our site on the for more information and required documentation to verify eligibility.
Schedule A Eligibility (Applicants with Disabilities) Applicants who are eligible to be considered under must submit appropriate documentation to verify eligibility.
Documentation must be obtained from a licensed medical professional (e.
g.
, a physician or other medical professional certified by a state, the District of Columbia, or a U.
S.
territory to practice medicine); a licensed vocational rehabilitation specialist (i.
e.
, state or private); or any Federal agency, state agency, or agency of the District of Columbia or a U.
S.
territory that issues or provides disability benefits.
The letter must be printed on a medical professional's letterhead and signed.
Veterans' preference takes precedence in these appointments.
The Schedule A and military spouse hiring authorities do not guarantee employment or give an individual preference in the hiring process.
If you do not provide the required information, we will assume you are not eligible, or you do not wish to be considered for any preference or eligibility.
Do not submit documentation that is not requested of you.
To protect your personal information, we will only send your resume and cover letter to the selecting official or hiring manager.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.
S.
Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications.
Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
PDN-9aa180f6-b490-416b-bae3-197df3f1dd1d Recommended Skills Adaptability Anatomy Biology Biometrics Calibration Chemistry Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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