Med Instr Tech (Polysomn)

Incumbent works at a full performance level of polysomnographic technology and is able to interact fully with the patient staff and physicians to treat veterans diagnosed with sleep disorders including those that are uncommon or rare.
Responsible for education and revision of educational material available for diagnosing and treating veterans with sleep disorders.
Responsible for timely set-up of Home Sleep Testing Equipment PAP and re-evaluations as indicated.
Clearly communicates how to properly use clean and maintain PAP equipment.
Responsible for performing job duties in accordance with mission vision and values of the BVAHCS.
Performs work involving the collection compilation research and tracking of data and statistical information in support of the Neurology Sleep Center.
Responsible for triaging and troubleshooting issues that arise with Home Sleep Testing and PAP machines regarding equipment issued to the veteran including but not limited to determining if a PAP unit is in need of replacement.
Works directly with the VA Denver Logistics Center and Prosthetics to procure necessary PAP equipment parts and replacement a variety of computer applications in day-to-day activities and duties which include but arent limited to Outlook Excel Word Microsoft Teams ROES and Consult Tracking Manager; competent in use of health record applications.
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm
Telework: Available
Functional Statement #: 60609F

• You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job.
• To be considered for this position you must complete all required steps in the process. In addition to the application and questionnaire this position requires an online assessment. The online assessment measures critical general competencies required to perform the 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 drivers licenses or state-issued identification 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 Required Documents section of this announcement.

• your performance and conduct;
• the needs and interests of the agency;
• whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
• whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.
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.
• addition to the core competencies defined at the GS-7 level positions at this grade may be lead supervisory or non-supervisory with specialized advanced knowledge and assignments.
• Knowledge of JCAHO and other regulatory requirements.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with employees at varying grade levels
• Certification. Registration by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT) is highly desirable. Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications are also desirable for employees at this level