The New Mexico VA Healthcare Network is recruiting for a Medical Instrument Technician (Electrocardiograph) located in the Telemetry Unit. The technician will operate and monitor electrocardiographic equipment. The technician provides continuous cardiac rhythm interpretation and reporting of monitor tracing of patients to appropriate clinical staff.

Duties

Monitor electrocardiogram (EKG) tracings. Operate and monitor EKG equipment Maintain patient cardiac rhythm tracing record and other accompanying documentation. Follow emergency procedures Evaluate the integrity of equipment both prior to placement on patient and during the patient's telemetry monitoring Evaluate patient for discharge from telemetry in collaboration with providers Maintain and keep track of telemetry equipment as patients are discharged and transferred Work Schedule: Variable; Rotating Shifts (may discuss during interview process) Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 00000 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

Requirements

Qualifications

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: Citizenship. Citizenship of the United States. Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. English Proficiency. Must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with VHA standards. 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: GS-04: (Basic Developmental Level) None beyond the basic requirement. GS-05: (Basic Developmental Level) In addition to meeting the basic requirement, do you possess at least 1 year of experience equivalent to the GS-04 level? Examples of experience equivalent to the GS-04 grade level include but are not limited to six months in medically related fields such as nursing assistant, practical nursing & the remaining six months of experience operating diagnostic/therapeutic equipment. Experience gained in the operation of equipment for animal diagnosis or treatment may be credited at this level. GS-06: In addition to meeting the basic requirement, do you possess at least 1 year of experience equivalent to the GS-05 level & the KSAs listed below? Examples of the GS-05 grade level include but are not limited to operating & monitoring equipment by performing routine procedures under normal supervision. You must also demonstrate the following: Ability to recognize special patient needs such as disabilities, impaired mobility, & complicating medical conditions in order to prepare & position the patient for the prescribed procedure. Knowledge of the specialized equipment & accessories appropriate to Holter monitoring & ability to perform such tests. Knowledge of universal precautions and sterilization techniques & ability to follow CDC guidelines in cleaning equipment. Ability to monitor the patient for adverse reactions & take appropriate action. Ability to operate the equipment to perform standard & routine highly specialized procedures including exercise stress testing. GS-07: In addition to meeting the basic requirement, do you possess at least 1 year of experience equivalent to the GS-06 level & demonstrate the KSAs listed below? Examples of experience equivalent to the GS-06 grade level include but are not limited receiving & interpreting physician's requests for diagnostic procedures treatments; explaining the procedure to secure the patient's confidence & cooperation; documenting patient records; independently testing & monitoring the patient for adverse reactions; operating, calibrating, sterilizing commonly used equipment. Assignments require knowledge of standard medical terminology & common diseases & their specific affects. You must also demonstrate the following: Knowledge of typical patient reactions & signs of distress including the ability to recognize, report & treat potentially lethal arrhythmias. Knowledge of common equipment settings & standardized procedures plus knowledge of common errors & 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, & scar tissue. Ability to act as a mentor or preceptor to lower graded technicians. Ability to conduct in-service training on the EKG equipment & related instrumentation. The applicant will be required to demonstrate EKG competency (ability to accurately identify and measure rhythms and arrhythmias in our patients) prior to the completion of orientation in order to independently perform the essential functions of their position and to ensure patient safety. This competency must also be demonstrated on an annual basis, or more frequently if needed. The applicant may only take the official exam twice, and not allowed to use external sources (closed book test). If the applicant fails the official exam twice, they will not be permitted to work in an area requiring telemetry. References: VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G27- MIT EKG Qualification Standard. The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-07. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-04 to GS-07. Physical Requirements: This position requires visual acuity, keen hearing, clear distinctive speech, and manual dexterity. This position requires potentially long periods of continued walking, standing, stooping, sitting, bending, pulling, and pushing. Transferring patients and objects may be required. Mechanical lifts are provided. The MIT may be exposed to infected patients and contaminated materials and will be required to don protective clothing while providing patient care and servicing/cleaning equipment. The MIT may occasionally experience patients who are combative secondary to delirium, dementia, or psychiatric disorders. The MIT must be a mature and sensible individual capable of working effectively in stressful situations and able to shift priorities based on patient needs. Lifting and transportation of bulky supplies and equipment are required.

Education

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.

Contacts

• Address Raymond G Murphy Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center 1501 San Pedro Drive, Southeast Albuquerque, NM 87108 US
• Name: Myira Ramirez
• Phone: 310-478-3711
• Email: [email protected]