Medical Instrument Technician (EKG) Job in Nashville, TN

Summary

This job is open to

• The public

  U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Duties

The duties of the Medical Instrument Technician (EKG) are as follows:

• Knowledge of common equipment setting 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 amputation, Parkinson's Disease, structural defects, and scar tissue.
• Ability to act as a mentor or preceptor to lower graded technicians or same grade technicians.
• Monitors tracings to identify arrythmia when gross abnormalities appears, when to repeat certain procedures, when to stop test procedures, and when to get immediate attentions of physician.
• Evaluate test results to determine appropriate machine adjustments and use alternative techniques and procedures when established procedures do not accomplish acceptable results.
• Adapts equipment and accessories to yield the best results during the examination.
• Edit and select the appropriate sample portion of the tracing for further interpretation by the physician.
• When not assigned to the technical duty of the monitors, the MIT will perform the following functions under the direction of the RN. Obtain vital signs as assigned, perform 12 lead EKG's, remove and apply remote telemetry, help maintain a safe environment of care, and other duties as assigned. maintains flexibility related to work.
• Equipment Maintenance/repair: Tracks and maintains records of repair histories.
• Inputs patient data into the telemetry monitoring system and assure patients are placed appropriately in assigned bed and on correct monitoring equipment.
• Works with the Nursing team, follows the work assignment accordingly, and takes direction from the registered nurse regarding patient care.
• The incumbent must be aware of and practice the safety policies/procedures of the Medical Center and participate in quality assurance activities as directed.
• Responsible for stocking and inventory of all telemetry supplies and maintaining equipment at the station.
• Documents rhythm interpretation every 8 hours and with any rhythm change.
• Informs patient about exam being performed and any hazards associated with the exam, so patient understands procedure.
• Maintains and troubleshoots cardiac equipment to remain in clean working order.
• Assists nursing with determining alarm setting and customizing parameters for each patient.
• Recognizes lethal rhythms/arrhythmias (including acute myocardial infraction, STEMI, NSTEMI) and immediately notifies appropriate staff.
• Centralized monitoring, prints and interprets all elements of telemetry rhythm strip and informs nursing staff of any changes in rhythm.
• Documents communication with nursing staff regarding changes in patient condition and monitor settings.
• Provides companionship (sitter) as needed, completes labs as assigned, functions as a Nursing Assistant as assigned, breaks sitters, assists with transport, completes as assigned documents I&Os, and oral care as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job.
• All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
• You may be required to serve a probationary period.
• Subject to background/security investigation.
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.
• Must pass pre-employment physical examination.
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).

How You Will Be Evaluated

Required Documents

How to Apply

All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the full questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 05/30/2025 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12740713.

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2. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.

Next steps

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NOTE: Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment and a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). It is a requirement that all HCP to receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons. Wearing a face mask is required when an exemption to the influenza vaccination has been granted. HCP in violation of this directive may face disciplinary action up to and including removal from federal service. HCP are individuals who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations or who come into contact with VA patients or other HCP as part of their duties. VHA locations include, but are not limited to, VA hospitals and associated clinics, community living centers (CLCs), community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary units, Vet centers and VA-leased medical facilities. HCP include all VA licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, remote and onsite, paid and without compensation, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee basis employees, VA contractors, researchers, volunteers and health professions trainees (HPTs) who are expected to perform any or all of their work at these facilities. HPTs may be paid or unpaid and include residents, interns, fellows and students. HCP also includes VHA personnel providing home-based care to Veterans and drivers and other personnel whose duties put them in contact with patients outside VA medical facilities.