This position is located within Acute Care, Nursing Service. The Medical Instrument Technician (MIT) (Electrocardiograph Technician)(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. interpretation.

Duties

Medical Instrument Technician (MIT-EKG) at this level should 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. Duties include, however, not limited to: Practical and working knowledge of the major body systems i.e. skeletal, muscular, nervous, respiratory, circulatory, digestive and genitourinary, to perform patient examination, and to provide prompt and efficient care and patient handling. Working knowledge of diagnostic signs, e.g. pulse, respiration, blood pressure, temperature, skin color, pupils of the eyes, state of consciousness, ability to move on command, reaction to pain, etc., to perform patient examination, to provide patient care, and to ensure appropriate patient handling. Demonstrates knowledge and skill enough to prepare, administer, and appropriately document actions taken specific to EKG monitoring as permitted by approved medical center policies and procedures. Skill in emergency medicine techniques to determine: based on the diagnosis of the patient, the approach that will most effectively sustain patient's life. This necessitates accurate assessment skills to meet emergency situations and the appropriate use of the skills. This is typically evidenced by certification in BLS and ACLS. Skill in emergency communication techniques and the operation of communications equipment to be able to accurately obtain and relay information to and from health care providers. Knowledge enough to understand the legal considerations of emergency care, e.g. actual/implied consent, good Samaritan laws, etc., to limit exposure to lawsuits, while maintaining the legal standards of care. Demonstrates the ability to orient/train less experienced HCTs and /or LPNs in relation to acceptable standards of practice in promoting optimal patient care delivery. Knowledge of protocol-approved list of medication (their uses, doses, side effects and toxicity signs) enough to properly administer drugs even when directed to do so by the physician. Knowledge of proper dosages required in keeping with method of administration. Conduct allowable procedures if properly trained and deemed competent by the supervising RN Nurse Manager/ and or designee. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:30AM-8:00 PM. Night Tour, Monday-Friday: 7:30 PM-8:00AM Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 54613F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: 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: 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. Licensure or Certification: Licensure 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. For certain functional areas at the higher levels or supervisory assignments, specific certifications appropriate to the specialty are indicated in this standard under "Titles and Certification/Registrations". For all specialties identified in this standard, Basic and Advanced Cardiac Life Support certifications are desirable. Training which does not result in official certification does not meet this definition. Grade Determinations:GS-07 Experience: At least 1 year of experience comparable to the next lower grade level, which is directly related to the duties of the position to be filled, and must fully meet the KSAs at that level. This would be specialized experience which demonstrates possession of the knowledge required in order to provide all aspects of diagnostic ultrasonography services. In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the following technical KSAs and the potential to acquire the assignment specific KSAs: Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities. 1. 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. Assignments. 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. Certification. No certification is required; however, it is desirable that employees at this level have BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support) and ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certifications. References: VA Handbook 5005/15, Part II, Appendix G27 The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-8. Physical Requirements: There is a combination of potentially extended periods of standing, walking, and lifting of items weighing up to 20 pounds such as portable grids, x-ray cassettes, computer paper boxes, etc. Incumbent must be able to travel to the distinct treatment areas with ease

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 Atlanta VA Medical Center 1670 Clairmont Road Decatur, GA 30033 US
• Name: Donna Mackey-Pollard
• Phone: 334-590-9523
• Email: [email protected]