Medical Instrument Technician (Ekg)
The Medical Instrument Technician (EKG) within VA Pittsburgh evaluate test results to determine appropriate machine adjustments and use alternative techniques and procedures when established procedures do not accomplish acceptable results. This includes adapting equipment and accessories to yield the best results during the examination. They edit and select an appropriate sample portion of the tracing for further interpretation by the physician. This position includes coverage for the EKG Lab as well as the Stress/Echo Lab. Typical duties include, but not limited to:
Operating and monitoring electrocardiographic equipment to perform specialized examinations and studies involving EKG's, exercise stress testing, ambulatory monitoring of arrhythmias Monitor tracings to identify arrhythmias and when gross abnormalities appear, when to repeat certain procedures, when to stop test procedures, and when to get the immediate attention of a physician Adapting equipment and accessories to yield the best results during examination Applies ambulatory monitoring devices, scanning Holter tapes/disks, event monitor strips and editing EKG/Holter and treadmill repasts Utilization of MUSE cardiology storage systems Receives requests and/or consults for cardiac testing procedures Interprets requests from the medical team for appropriateness of requested procedures for the patient's ability Understands and executes appropriate requests made by practitioners or seeks assistance of the supervision when an uncommon, unique or new procedure is requested Independently explains various procedures and the need for specific table positioning Educates the patient and/or caregiver of the significance of monitor testing Work Schedule:
Monday through Friday, 7:
30am - 4:
00pm Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required THIS IS A BARGAINING UNIT POSITION This position is primarily assigned to the University Drive campus. Although assigned to a particular campus, incumbent may be required to perform duties at both locations (HJ Heinz and University Drive). Applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 11/09/2020. 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. Education:
There are no specific educational requirements for this occupation at grades GS-6 or GS-7. Licensure or Certification:
License or Certification is not required for this occupation; however, it is strongly desirable at GS-6 or above as evidence of possession of the essential knowledge, skills and abilities. English Language Proficiency:
Candidates must be proficient and spoken and written English in accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7402(d) and 7407(d). Grade Determinations:
GS-7:
Experience:
At least 1 year of experience comparable to the next lower grade level (GS-6) which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, abilities of this position. This required experience includes:
Medical instrument technicians (EKG) at this level receive and interpret physician's requests for diagnostic procedures and/or treatments; explain the procedure to the patient to secure the patient's confidence and cooperation; document the patient's record; independently perform standardized testing monitoring the patient for adverse reactions; and operate, calibrate, and clean and/or sterilize commonly used equipment. Assignments at this level require knowledge of standard medical terminology as well as common diseases and their specific affects. 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 on their resume and in their interview process:
Knowledge of typical patient reactions and signs of distress including the ability to recognize, report and treat potentially lethal arrhythmias. Knowledge of common equipment settings and standardized procedures plus knowledge of common errors and corrective measures. 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. Ability to act as a mentor or preceptor to lower graded technicians. Ability to conduct in-service training on the EKG equipment and related instrumentation. Assignment:
This represents the full performance level. Medical instrument technicians (EKG) at this level operate and monitor electrocardiographic equipment to perform specialized examinations and studies involving exercise stress testing, ambulatory monitoring of arrhythmias, and indirect carotid pulse tracings on chronic patients. They monitor tracings to identify arrhythmias and when gross abnormalities appear, when to repeat certain procedures, when to stop test procedures, and when to get the immediate attention of a physician. They evaluate test results to determine appropriate machine adjustments and use alternative techniques and procedures when established procedures do not accomplish acceptable results. This includes adapting equipment and accessories to yield the best results during the examination. They edit and select an appropriate sample portion of the tracing for further interpretation by the physician. Preferred Certification:
It is desirable that employees at this level have BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support) and ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certifications. Preferred Certification:
Certified Cardiographic Technician (CCT) by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) References:
VA HANDBOOK 5005, PART II, APPENDIX G27, Appendix E 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). All persons employed in VHA in this occupation on the effective date of this qualification standard are considered to have met all qualification requirements for the title, series and grade held, including positive education and licensure/certification/registration that are part of the basic requirements of the occupation. 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-7 to GS-7. Physical Requirements:
Moderate lifting (15lbs and over); moderate carrying (15lbs and over); straight pulling (up to 1 hour); pushing (1-2 hours); reaching above shoulder, use of fingers; both hands required; walking (up to 8 hours); standing (up to 8 hours); positioning of patients; repeated bending (up to 8 hours); ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously; near vision correctable at 13 to 16; far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20 and to 20/40 in the other; hearing aid permitted; ability to distinguish basic colors.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Operating and monitoring electrocardiographic equipment to perform specialized examinations and studies involving EKG's, exercise stress testing, ambulatory monitoring of arrhythmias Monitor tracings to identify arrhythmias and when gross abnormalities appear, when to repeat certain procedures, when to stop test procedures, and when to get the immediate attention of a physician Adapting equipment and accessories to yield the best results during examination Applies ambulatory monitoring devices, scanning Holter tapes/disks, event monitor strips and editing EKG/Holter and treadmill repasts Utilization of MUSE cardiology storage systems Receives requests and/or consults for cardiac testing procedures Interprets requests from the medical team for appropriateness of requested procedures for the patient's ability Understands and executes appropriate requests made by practitioners or seeks assistance of the supervision when an uncommon, unique or new procedure is requested Independently explains various procedures and the need for specific table positioning Educates the patient and/or caregiver of the significance of monitor testing Work Schedule:
Monday through Friday, 7:
30am - 4:
00pm Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required THIS IS A BARGAINING UNIT POSITION This position is primarily assigned to the University Drive campus. Although assigned to a particular campus, incumbent may be required to perform duties at both locations (HJ Heinz and University Drive). Applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 11/09/2020. 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. Education:
There are no specific educational requirements for this occupation at grades GS-6 or GS-7. Licensure or Certification:
License or Certification is not required for this occupation; however, it is strongly desirable at GS-6 or above as evidence of possession of the essential knowledge, skills and abilities. English Language Proficiency:
Candidates must be proficient and spoken and written English in accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7402(d) and 7407(d). Grade Determinations:
GS-7:
Experience:
At least 1 year of experience comparable to the next lower grade level (GS-6) which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, abilities of this position. This required experience includes:
Medical instrument technicians (EKG) at this level receive and interpret physician's requests for diagnostic procedures and/or treatments; explain the procedure to the patient to secure the patient's confidence and cooperation; document the patient's record; independently perform standardized testing monitoring the patient for adverse reactions; and operate, calibrate, and clean and/or sterilize commonly used equipment. Assignments at this level require knowledge of standard medical terminology as well as common diseases and their specific affects. 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 on their resume and in their interview process:
Knowledge of typical patient reactions and signs of distress including the ability to recognize, report and treat potentially lethal arrhythmias. Knowledge of common equipment settings and standardized procedures plus knowledge of common errors and corrective measures. 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. Ability to act as a mentor or preceptor to lower graded technicians. Ability to conduct in-service training on the EKG equipment and related instrumentation. Assignment:
This represents the full performance level. Medical instrument technicians (EKG) at this level operate and monitor electrocardiographic equipment to perform specialized examinations and studies involving exercise stress testing, ambulatory monitoring of arrhythmias, and indirect carotid pulse tracings on chronic patients. They monitor tracings to identify arrhythmias and when gross abnormalities appear, when to repeat certain procedures, when to stop test procedures, and when to get the immediate attention of a physician. They evaluate test results to determine appropriate machine adjustments and use alternative techniques and procedures when established procedures do not accomplish acceptable results. This includes adapting equipment and accessories to yield the best results during the examination. They edit and select an appropriate sample portion of the tracing for further interpretation by the physician. Preferred Certification:
It is desirable that employees at this level have BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support) and ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certifications. Preferred Certification:
Certified Cardiographic Technician (CCT) by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) References:
VA HANDBOOK 5005, PART II, APPENDIX G27, Appendix E 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). All persons employed in VHA in this occupation on the effective date of this qualification standard are considered to have met all qualification requirements for the title, series and grade held, including positive education and licensure/certification/registration that are part of the basic requirements of the occupation. 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-7 to GS-7. Physical Requirements:
Moderate lifting (15lbs and over); moderate carrying (15lbs and over); straight pulling (up to 1 hour); pushing (1-2 hours); reaching above shoulder, use of fingers; both hands required; walking (up to 8 hours); standing (up to 8 hours); positioning of patients; repeated bending (up to 8 hours); ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously; near vision correctable at 13 to 16; far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20 and to 20/40 in the other; hearing aid permitted; ability to distinguish basic colors.
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0649 Medical Instrument Technician - Salary Range:
$44,537 to $57,895 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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