Medical Instrument Technician-EKG

The technician works in the Vascular Lab, operating diagnostic medical equipment such as exercise stress test systems (treadmills) in the Nuclear Medicine Department under a Cardiologist's supervision, the MUSE Cardiology Storage System, ambulatory blood pressure studies, cardiac arrhythmia monitoring and scanning (Event & Holter monitors), Ankle Brachial Index (ABI) vascular analyzers for arterial disease (resting and exercise), and 12- lead ECG heart tracings.

Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Duties will vary by grade, but at the GS-7 level: Independently performs the full range of electrocardiography procedures, including Holter monitor application and scanning, event monitor application and monitoring, ECG management, and operation of nuclear and non-nuclear treadmills. Conduct ambulatory blood pressure monitoring and Ankle Brachial Index vascular studies. The technician operates diagnostic medical equipment to support the treatment of Veterans and assists registered nurses and physicians as needed. Equipment handled includes exercise stress test systems, Holter and Event Monitor scanning, Ankle Brachial Index, and ambulatory blood pressure monitoring devices. Receive and review procedure requests or consults, interpreting physician orders for the appropriateness of procedures and assessing Veterans' ability to perform prescribed tests. Assignments typically follow established precedents. When encountering requests for uncommon, specialized, or new procedures, the technician applies standard protocols or seeks assistance from supervisors or cardiologists as necessary. They educate Veterans during pre-procedure sessions to ensure patient understanding, confidence, and cooperation. This includes independently explaining procedures, positioning requirements (table or treadmill), monitor equipment, potential adverse reactions to stress agents, the importance of accurate monitoring, and diary entries. The technician responds to inquiries from Veterans and their families. The role includes Medical Instrument Technician duties with a stress test specialty, requiring experience operating specialized nuclear and non-nuclear treadmills. The technician also specializes in Holter/Event Monitoring, applying and instructing on equipment use, compiling and revising data, preparing reports for physician review, and scheduling Veterans for monitor application and removal. They provide instruction to nursing staff in patient care and clinic areas on EKG equipment operation and train physicians and cardiology staff in the use and storage of the MUSE System. The technician possesses knowledge of common patient reactions and signs of distress, including the ability to recognize, report, and assist in treating potentially life-threatening arrhythmias. They understand typical equipment settings, standardized procedures, common errors, and corrective measures. Modifications to procedures or positioning are made to obtain accurate results when caring for Veterans with complicating conditions such as amputations, Parkinson's disease, structural defects, or scar tissue. Serves as a mentor or preceptor to lower-grade technicians. Work Schedule: Monday thru Friday 7:30am-4:00pm. Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized. Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized. Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases. Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child. Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66. Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not Available. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 000000 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized.

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 (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). 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 evaluation. 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. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1 or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: 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. Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.