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Medical Instrument Technician EKG, Holtor Monitoring, Stress Testing position.
Independently performs routine to moderately complex EKG, stress testing, and holtor monitoring examination procedures. Incumbents work under the general direction of the Chief, Diagnostic Services and the supervisory technologist. On the more unusual and complex assignments, works closely and confers with medical officers on special techniques.
02/08/2023 to 02/22/2023
$46,696 - $60,703 per year
GS 7
No
No
Not required
No
Permanent
Part-time - 20 Hours
Excepted
None
No
Yes
CBTF-11830234-23-RH Team E
705016500
The Medical Instrument Technician (EKG) Independently performs routine to moderately complex EKG, stress testing, and holtor monitoring examination procedures.
Responsible to the Chief, Diagnostic Services and supervisor for the quality and quantity of exams
performed in order to assure a high level of acceptability of studies.
Positively identifies each patient using two identifiers according to hospital policies.
Performs 12-lead EKG exams, independently taking corrective measures to improve exam outcome by adjusting machine settings, as needed.
Able to interpret EKG tracings to identify arrhythmias and gross abnormalities. Immediately notifies
physician when serious abnormalities or potentially lethal arrhythmias exist.
Gathers EKG discs from all the EKG carts in the medical center and downloads exams into the MUSE for
physician interpretation.
Attaches patients to the cardiac event Holtor-type monitor for continuous 24 hour recording. Explains
procedure and diary-keeping to the patient. Upon return of 24 hour Holtor monitor, responsible for scanning data from monitor into the computer system for physician interpretation.
Responsible for the stress laboratory, assisting the attending physician in his examination and the
conducting of the stress tests in a timely manner. Performs regular exercise stress tests, cardiolite stress tests and Persantine cardiolite stress tests under the guidance of a physician. Preps patient chest with razor, if needed. Orders Persantine from the pharmacy and sets up the IV Persantine for the test.
Responsible for attaching medication results to consults for EKG, Holtor monitor, and stress test
examinations.
Practices radiation safety in order to reduce exposure to patient, staff and self. The technicians wear film badges to assure compliance to radiation regulations. The incumbent must also be aware of and practice the safety policies/procedures of the medical center and participate in quality assurance activities as directed.
Independent solution of problems or difficulties which arise. Problems of this nature are always discussed with the physician, although action of an independent nature often becomes necessary because of the immediacy of the situation.
Responsible to explain exams to competent patients so that the patient understands what is to be done as well as what hazards, if any, are possible. May be required by procedure or patient's condition to monitor vital signs, recognize allergic reactions and initiate cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Responsible for cleanliness and stocking adequate levels of supplies. Must report equipment malfunction in a timely manner to biomedical engineer and/or supervisor.
Incumbent must be professional, cooperative and be able to work with other employees.
Assists in the scheduling of exams as necessary. Evaluates the nature of critical and emergency procedures and arranges priorities to accommodate these requests.
Troubleshoots equipment used in diagnostic procedures and is able to make minor repairs and/or
adjustments. Must recognize and report major equipment malfunctions within a timely manner to biomedical engineers and/or supervisor.
Supervises and trains rotating EKG students.
Possesses the ability to vary medical conditions, body habitus, and/or physical limitations. Must be able to physically lift, bend, twist, stoop, push, pull, and stand for long periods of time.
Performs routine computer procedures for the purpose of maintaining accurate records so that easy recall of patient examinations may be achieved. This requires event capture of exams in the Veterans Health Information and Technology Architecture (VistA) system.
Keeps abreast of new developments in the field and recommends to supervisor those that would improve the operation of the section.
Maintains adequate supplies so that examinations are not delayed due to the lack of necessary equipment and supplies.
Gathers related information such as lab values, imaging reports, etc. so that correlation of examinations to other studies may be made in the diagnosis and recommendation of treatment for medical disorders.
Performs or supervises routine housekeeping duties to assure that the work area is clean and sanitary.
Must be aware of and practice the safety policies/procedures of the medical center. Must participate in
quality assurance activities as directed.
Follows departmental contingency plan in the event of electrical outage or computer downtime.
Maintains Basic Life Support certification.
Reusable Medical Equipment (RME) Responsible to follow the local Standard Operating Procedure.
SPD and Infection Control should be consulted when clarification of written instructions are needed.
Other duties as assigned.
Work Schedule: Rotating day shift 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM and 8:00 PM to 4:30 AM as needed, days may vary
Telework: Not available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required
IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education.
Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.
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This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.
VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. The health-related positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority.
Pursuant to VHA Directive 1193.01, VHA health care personnel (HCP) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law (i.e., medical, religious or pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only infrequently enter VHA locations. If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before your start date. The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable accommodation process.
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Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
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All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the full questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 02/22/2023 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/11830234.
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