Med Inst Tech(EKG)
The incumbent works in Cardiology section under the Medical Service in the facility. Operating medical diagnostic equipment. Duties include exercise tolerance test system (treadmill), MUSE digital ECG storage systems, ambulator monitoring system (King of Hearts and Holter monitors) Holter/event scanner. At the full performance level the incumbent must perform the following duties:
Independently performs the full range of electrocardiograph procedures and related examinations; such as applying ambulatory monitoring devices, scanning hotter tapes/disks, event monitor strips and editing EKG, holter and treadmill reports. Utilizes MUSE digital ECG storage system. Operates diagnostic medical equipment, including exercise tolerance test system, holter monitoring and event monitoring scanner as a part of the treatment of patients, supports registered nurses and physicians, receives requests and/or consults for procedures. Interprets request from physician for appropriateness of requested procedure for patient's ability to perform prescribed test. Receives assignment for which clear precedents exits. Receives assignment that require application of standard procedures or that have special procedures identified and explained. Employee understands and carries out the appropriate requests made by practitioners or seeks assistance of the supervision when an uncommon, unique or new procedure is requested. Interprets current policies regarding scheduling of testing. Schedules all appointments for ETT's, halters, and event recorders. Performs Medical Instrument Technician work with stress test specialty. This requires experience in operating and supervising the operation of specialized equipment related to the specialization of the position. Performs Medical Instrument Technician work with halter/event monitoring specialty. This specialty area requires experience in applying, operating and instructions in halter and event monitoring equipment; the compiling of data; revising report and completing report for physician review. Schedules patients for application and removal of monitors. Instructs in the operation of EKG equipment to nursing staff in patient care and clinic areas. Instructs the physicians and cardiology staff in the storage and of MUSE system. Work Schedule:
Primarily Administrative hours Monday - Friday (may be required to work some evenings and weekends to meet patient needs) Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required. 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. English Language Proficiency. Medical Instrument Technicians must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with chapter 2, section D, paragraph 5a, this part May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria). Grade Determinations:
Grade Requirement for GS-6:
Experience. At least 1 year of experience comparable to the next lower grade level which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics related to the duties of the positions to be filled. In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs:
Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
1. Ability to recognize special patient needs such as disabilities, impaired mobility, and complicating medical conditions in order to prepare and position the patient for the prescribed procedure.2. Knowledge of the specialized equipment and accessories appropriate to Holter monitoring and ability to perform such tests.3. Knowledge of universal precautions and sterilization techniques and ability to follow CDC guidelines in cleaning equipment.4. Ability to monitor the patient for adverse reactions and take appropriate action.5. Ability to operate the equipment to perform standard and routine highly specialized procedures including exercise stress testing. Grade Requirement for GS-7:
Experience. At least 1 year of experience comparable to the next lower grade level which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics related to the duties of the positions to be filled. This would be experience which provided knowledge of the equipment, standard tests and procedures, and typical readings including arrhythmias and abnormalities. In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs:
Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities1. Knowledge of typical patient reactions and signs of distress including the ability to recognize, report and treat potentially lethal arrhythmias.2. Knowledge of common equipment settings and standardized procedures plus knowledge of common errors and corrective measures.3. Ability to modify procedures/positions to obtain the correct results with patients with complicating conditions such as amputations, Parkinson's disease, structural defects, and scar tissue.4. Ability to act as a mentor or preceptor to lower graded technicians.5. Ability to conduct in-service training on the EKG equipment and related instrumentation. References:
VA Handbook 5005/15 Part II Appendix G27 MEDICAL INSTRUMENT TECHNICIAN QUALIFICATION STANDARD The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-7. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-6 or GS7. Physical Requirements:
See VA Directive and Handbook 5019.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Independently performs the full range of electrocardiograph procedures and related examinations; such as applying ambulatory monitoring devices, scanning hotter tapes/disks, event monitor strips and editing EKG, holter and treadmill reports. Utilizes MUSE digital ECG storage system. Operates diagnostic medical equipment, including exercise tolerance test system, holter monitoring and event monitoring scanner as a part of the treatment of patients, supports registered nurses and physicians, receives requests and/or consults for procedures. Interprets request from physician for appropriateness of requested procedure for patient's ability to perform prescribed test. Receives assignment for which clear precedents exits. Receives assignment that require application of standard procedures or that have special procedures identified and explained. Employee understands and carries out the appropriate requests made by practitioners or seeks assistance of the supervision when an uncommon, unique or new procedure is requested. Interprets current policies regarding scheduling of testing. Schedules all appointments for ETT's, halters, and event recorders. Performs Medical Instrument Technician work with stress test specialty. This requires experience in operating and supervising the operation of specialized equipment related to the specialization of the position. Performs Medical Instrument Technician work with halter/event monitoring specialty. This specialty area requires experience in applying, operating and instructions in halter and event monitoring equipment; the compiling of data; revising report and completing report for physician review. Schedules patients for application and removal of monitors. Instructs in the operation of EKG equipment to nursing staff in patient care and clinic areas. Instructs the physicians and cardiology staff in the storage and of MUSE system. Work Schedule:
Primarily Administrative hours Monday - Friday (may be required to work some evenings and weekends to meet patient needs) Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required. 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. English Language Proficiency. Medical Instrument Technicians must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with chapter 2, section D, paragraph 5a, this part May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria). Grade Determinations:
Grade Requirement for GS-6:
Experience. At least 1 year of experience comparable to the next lower grade level which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics related to the duties of the positions to be filled. In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs:
Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
1. Ability to recognize special patient needs such as disabilities, impaired mobility, and complicating medical conditions in order to prepare and position the patient for the prescribed procedure.2. Knowledge of the specialized equipment and accessories appropriate to Holter monitoring and ability to perform such tests.3. Knowledge of universal precautions and sterilization techniques and ability to follow CDC guidelines in cleaning equipment.4. Ability to monitor the patient for adverse reactions and take appropriate action.5. Ability to operate the equipment to perform standard and routine highly specialized procedures including exercise stress testing. Grade Requirement for GS-7:
Experience. At least 1 year of experience comparable to the next lower grade level which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics related to the duties of the positions to be filled. This would be experience which provided knowledge of the equipment, standard tests and procedures, and typical readings including arrhythmias and abnormalities. In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs:
Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities1. Knowledge of typical patient reactions and signs of distress including the ability to recognize, report and treat potentially lethal arrhythmias.2. Knowledge of common equipment settings and standardized procedures plus knowledge of common errors and corrective measures.3. Ability to modify procedures/positions to obtain the correct results with patients with complicating conditions such as amputations, Parkinson's disease, structural defects, and scar tissue.4. Ability to act as a mentor or preceptor to lower graded technicians.5. Ability to conduct in-service training on the EKG equipment and related instrumentation. References:
VA Handbook 5005/15 Part II Appendix G27 MEDICAL INSTRUMENT TECHNICIAN QUALIFICATION STANDARD The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-7. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-6 or GS7. Physical Requirements:
See VA Directive and Handbook 5019.
- Department:
0649 Medical Instrument Technician - Salary Range:
$38,921 to $56,222 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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