Medical Instrument Technicians - Electrocardiograph ...

Summary Electrocardiography Technicians at this level are responsible for monitoring and performing standard electrocardiograms, exercise tolerance tests, pacemaker assessments, and of ambulatory ECG recorders studies. A general knowledge of all noninvasive cardiac procedures is necessary. A thorough knowledge of ECG and exercise tolerance testing, particularly the ability to recognize basic and serious arrhythmias and other acute ECG changes, is essential. Responsibilities Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Duties and skills needed to be successful in this position include, but are not limited to: The incumbent independently performs the full range of electrocardiograph procedures, and related examinations, which include ambulatory monitoring devices, preparing and recording exercise tolerance tests, recording pacemaker assessments, editing ECG and treadmill reports. Technicians utilize the MUSE cardiology storage system and operate diagnostic medical equipment as a part of treatment of patients, supporting clinicians and physicians. The ECG technicians evaluate consults from primary care providers for appropriateness of procedure, and assess patient's ability to perform prescribed test. They receive assignments for which clear precedents exist that require application of standard procedures or that have special procedures identified and explained. The employee understands and carries out the appropriate requests made by practitioners or seeks assistance of the supervisor when an uncommon, unique or new procedure is requested. Technicians instruct patient pre-procedure to assure confidence and cooperation of patient during procedures. Independently explains various procedures including need for positions on table, instructions for walking on treadmill, and adverse reactions to stressing agents. Explains requirements for accurate monitoring and necessity of diary entries. Answers question by patient and or family members. Performs assigned Medical Instrument Technician duties with a stress test specialty. This requires experience in operating and supervising the operation of the specialized equipment related to the specialization of the position. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm Compressed/Flexible: May be available Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases. When setting pay, a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade). 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) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior [work experience] or military service experience. 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 #: 50845-A 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: 2026-02-09