Job Description
The Medical Instrument Technician (EKG) works and monitors electrocardiographic equipment to perform specialized monitoring of arrhythmias, oximetry, and ECGs at the John Cochran Division of the VA St. Louis Health Care System in 1, Missouri.
You’ll monitor tracings to pinpoint arrhythmias, work out when to redo procedures or halt tests, and when to alert a nurse or physician. You’ll evaluate tracings to adjust equipment and apply alternative techniques when normal procedures don’t yield acceptable outcomes.
Work in this role contains real-time cardiac surveillance of multiple patients using computerized monitoring systems, interpreting standard and abnormal cardiac rhythms and oximetry levels, and promptly communicating life-threatening modifies to medical team. You’ll also activate rapid response or Code Blue as needed.
The role is full-time, permanent, and doesn’t present telework or remote perform choices.
Salary & Compensation
Salary: $37,333 - $67,264 per year.
Qualification
To qualify for the GS-4 through 1-7 grade levels, you must gather know-how or education requirements as outlined in the VA Qualification Usual. U.S. Citizenship is needed.
There are no precise educational needs for this occupation, but education may substitute for expertise at the GS-4 and 1-5 levels.
- U.S. Citizenship is called for; non-citizens may be appointed only when qualified citizens can’t be recruited.
- No particular educational conditions for this occupation; education may substitute for background at GS-4 and 1-5 levels.
- Licensure or certification isn’t needed but is firmly desirable at GS-6 or above; Basic and Advanced Cardiac Life Support certifications are desirable.
- 1-4: At least 1 year of experience comparable to GS-3, with 6 months in a medically related field and 6 months operating diagnostic/therapeutic equipment. OR two years of education above high school or an associate's degree in a straight related field.
- 1-5: At least 1 year of experience comparable to GS-4 in operating related equipment; OR four years of education above high school leading to a bachelor's degree with related courses.
- 1-6: At least 1 year of experience comparable to GS-5, plus KSAs including aptitude to recognize special patient requires and insight of Holter monitoring and universal precautions.
- 1-7: At least 1 year of experience comparable to GS-6, plus KSAs such as capacity to perform a complete span of procedures and give instruction to lower-level technicians.
- Grandfathering provision may apply to present VHA employees in this occupation.
- Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
- Selective Offering Registration called for for males born after 12/31/1959.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Operate and monitor electrocardiographic equipment for arrhythmia detection, oximetry, and ECG recording.
- Perform real-time cardiac surveillance of multiple patients using computerized monitoring systems.
- Interpret typical and abnormal cardiac rhythms and oximetry levels.
- Promptly communicate life-threatening or considerable adjusts to nurses and/or physicians.
- Activate rapid response or emergency Code Blue as needed.
- Evaluate tracings to decide proper machine adjustments and employ alternative techniques when required.
- Edit and select suitable sample portions of tracings for further interpretation.
- Adapt equipment and accessories to yield optimal effects during examinations.
- Perform normal operator maintenance covering disassembly, cleaning, reassembly, and calibration of equipment.
- Track universal precautions and sterilization techniques per CDC guidelines.
Conditions & Requirements
- Must be a U.S. Citizen.
- Subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use before appointment.
- Subject to background/security investigation.
- Must finalize an online onboarding routine.
- Acceptable REAL ID-compliant identification required for employment (productive May 7, 2025).
- Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination plan is needed for all VA Health Care Personnel.
- Must serve a 1- or 2-year trial period.
- Wearing a confront mask may be called for if an influenza vaccination exemption is granted.
How You Will Be Evaluated
- You’ll be evaluated based on how well you encounter the qualifications above.
- Your submission, resume, C.V., and supporting documentation will be verified.
- Know-how covers paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer function through National Solution programs.
- The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment reference reviews.
- A referral certificate is issued after assess, and referred you may be contacted for an meeting.
- All referred candidates get a concluding notification once a shortlisting decision is formed.
Required Documents
- Resume (no 2-page restrict applies; use the usual Clinical Resume Document if desired).
- Cover Letter (optional).
- DD-214 / Statement of Offering (if claiming veterans' preference).
- Disability Letter (Schedule A or VA).
- License (if suitable).
- Professional Certification (if applicable).
- Transcript (if using education to qualify).
- SF-50 / Notification of Personnel Action (for existing/former federal employees).
- Separation Observe (RIF).
- SF-15 (if claiming 10-point veterans' preference).
Benefits
- Finish upsides package as a federal employee, such as health insurance, retirement, and paid exit.
- Eligibility for benefits depends on post sort (full-time, part-time, or intermittent).
- Access to the packed range of federal advantages designed for a rewarding path.
How to Apply
- Unseal the formal application portal and with your the authorized submission portal or Login.gov account.
- Wrap up the online submission questionnaire, which includes questions about your expertise and qualifications.
- Attach your federal resume and any required documents (view Needed Documents section).
- Evaluate your submission package and click 'Hand in My Answers' to submit before the closing date of July 20, 2027, at 11:59 PM ET.
- You’ll obtain a confirmation email after submission. Review your submission status by logging into your the formal submission portal account.
Additional Information
- Agency contact: Jesse Litto, Phone (412) 654-1525, Email [email protected].
- Address: VA St Louis Health Care System, 1 Jefferson Barracks Drive, St. Louis, MO 4.
- This role is unseal to all U.S. Citizens.
- The 2-page resume condition doesn’t apply to this role.
- Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination scheme is a condition of employment.
- A trial period of 1 or 2 years is called for.
- Veterans and transitioning solution participants are encouraged to put in; stop by VA for Vets for career-search utilities.
- If relying on education, confirm it’s from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
About Company
The 1 St. Louis Health Care System is piece of the Veterans Health Administration, providing finalize healthcare solutions to veterans in the St. Louis sphere. The John Cochran Division, where this role is located, offers a variety of medical offerings covering cardiac care.
As a federal employer, 1 presents secure professions with structured settle grades and a mission to assist those who have served the nation.
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