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Medical instrument technicians (EKG) at this level operate and monitor electrocardiographic equipment to perform specialized examinations and studies involving exercise stress testing, and ambulatory monitoring of arrhythmias. They monitor tracings to identify arrhythmias and react appropriately when gross abnormalities appear. They must know when to repeat certain procedures, when to stop test procedures, and when to get the immediate attention of a physician. Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Duties include, but are not limited to: * Independently performs the full range of electrocardiograph procedures, and related examinations, such as applying ambulatory monitoring devices, scanning Holter tracings, event monitor strips and editing EKG, Holter, and treadmill reports. Utilizes the current cardiology storage system. * Operates diagnostic medical equipment as a part of treatment of patient, supports register nurses, ECHO technicians, Nuclear Medicine technicians and physicians. * Receiving request and/or, consults for procedures. Interprets request from physician for appropriateness of requested procedure for patient's ability perform prescribed test. Most assignments require application of standard procedures or that have special procedures identified and explained. Some assignments require unfamiliar or poorly defined processes including Research based applications. The employee must use his/her knowledge of anatomy and physiology, and knowledge of similar procedures in order to safely perform the procedure under the guidance of a medical professional. * Instructs patient pre-procedure to assure confidence and cooperation of patient during procedures, independently explains various procedures including need for positions on table or treadmill, monitoring equipment, adverse reactions to stressing agents, explains requirements for accurate monitoring and necessity of diary entries and answers question by patient and or family members. * Performs Medical Instrument Technician work with stress test specialty. This requires experience in operating and supervising the operation of the specialized equipment related to the procedure. The technician will monitor the patient's continuous ECG and Blood Pressure during specific stress test and make adjustments to the protocols as required. * The technician performs the initial exercise tolerance test on each Cardiac Rehabilitation participant. They monitor heart rate, rhythm, rate perceived exertion and symptoms before, during and after each exercise. This specialty requires experience with troubleshooting EKG concerns and ensuring the hemodynamic stability of the patient. This is accomplished by monitoring the EKG, taking vitals, and assessing symptoms with the support of a medical professional. The technician assists the patient with the telemetry boxes to ensure lead placement and assists with the 6- minute walk test. The technician will adjust settings on cardio equipment to ensure proper form, technique, and safety. * Performs MI Tech work with Holter/Event Monitoring specialty. This specialty area requires experience in applying, operating, and instructing in Holter and Event Monitoring equipment. * The MI Technician is the expert in Cardiology on all monitoring equipment except the bedside monitors. They are responsible for trouble shooting the Stress EKG Carts, 12/15 lead carts, treadmills, Holter monitors and Event monitors. They will educate new employees in the use of the equipment and assist in maintaining competencies of the Cardiology staff in EKG equipment. * The MI Technical staff will assist in orientation and internship of students from various universities and training programs for exercise physiology students. They will supervise their day to day operation of the equipment, assuring that the patients are safely and effectively monitored during their procedure. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases When setting pay, a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade). Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child. Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66. Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 92909-0 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized