Medical Instrument Technologist (Vascular)
Veterans Health AdministrationCleveland, OH · full time · Mid
$79,603 – $103,480
Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved October 29, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.
What this role is
This VA medical center position performs diagnostic vascular ultrasound examinations on patients to assess blood vessel health and disease, working closely with surgeons to identify abnormalities requiring immediate intervention. The role suits experienced sonographers comfortable with detailed imaging work, procedural variation, and on-call responsibilities in a hospital surgical setting.
Our summary, not Veterans Health Administration’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
What they ask for
Required
- U.S. citizenship or approved non-citizen appointment
- English language proficiency (spoken and written)
- At least 1 year experience at GS-7 level or equivalent performing vascular ultrasound
- Knowledge of vascular anatomy, physiology, and disease entities
- Ability to perform non-invasive vascular ultrasound of extremities, abdominal, and cerebrovascular vessels
- Ability to adapt procedures based on patient condition
- Ability to operate ultrasound equipment for high-quality imaging
- Ability to provide objective hemodynamic data and waveform analysis
- Ability to perform extended standing, walking, bending, and patient handling
Nice to have
- Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Registered as RVT by ARDMS (American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography)
- Graduate of accredited vascular ultrasound program