Medical Instrument Technician (EKG)

Summary Medical Instrument Technicians (EKG) will operate and monitor electrocardiographic equipment to perform specialized examinations and studies involving exercise stress testing and ambulatory monitoring of arrhythmias. They monitor tracings to identify arrhythmias and possess knowledge to identify gross abnormalities, when to repeat certain procedures, when to stop test procedures, and when to get the immediate attention of a physician. Responsibilities Major duties include, but not limited to: Performs and analyzes routine and specialized diagnostic cardiac procedures, including but not limited to: Electrocardiograms (ECGs), Exercise Stress Tests, Holter Monitor hookups and scanning, Signal Average (Late Potential) ECGs, Echocardiograms, Dobutamine Stress Echo, Stress Echocardiograms, Arterial Plethysmography, and Tilt Table Testing. Independently selects, operates, and calibrates equipment, ensuring accurate and reproducible test results. Works with a diverse patient population, including critically ill, isolated, and routine patients, and is responsible for recognizing and responding promptly to arrhythmias, ischemic changes, and acute myocardial infarction patterns. Initiates appropriate notification of physicians or emergency personnel when significant abnormalities or life-threatening conditions are observed. Calculates and interprets data such as arterial blood flow and hemodynamic responses during testing and documents all findings accurately in the patient record. Performs all procedures in accordance with established medical center and national standards to ensure accuracy, safety, and quality of care. Maintaining reports and documentation for all procedures performed across multiple CTVHCS sites. This includes editing and verifying physician interpretations, entering data into the MUSE System, VISTA, and Vista Imaging, and ensuring CPT coding accuracy for all studies. Provides training and instruction to nursing, respiratory therapy, and medical students, as well as new technicians and clinical staff, on the correct techniques for obtaining electrocardiograms and the maintenance and operation of ECG equipment. Performs highly specialized and technical procedures such as T-Wave Alternans (TWA) and Tilt Table testing, requiring close coordination between physician and technician to ensure patient safety and diagnostic accuracy. During such procedures, independently monitors and documents blood pressure, heart rate, rhythm strips, and other vital parameters, promptly alerting the physician to any abnormal findings or adverse patient responses. Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Work Schedule: Monday - 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 #: 00000 / Medical Instrument Technician (EKG) Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized 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. 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

Created: 2025-11-20