Medical Instrument Technician (ECG)

Quick Facts

• Title: Medical Instrument Technician (ECG/EKG)
• Department/Unit: Cardiology
• Schedule: 7:30am–4:00pm, Monday–Friday

Description

The Medical Instrument Technician (MIT/EKG) performs standard but complex ECG procedures and related cardiology testing, ensuring instruments are maintained and ready prior to use. The role includes interpreting ECG results (e.g., normal sinus rhythm and dysrhythmias), reporting abnormalities promptly, and managing cardiac digital recording/storage systems.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform ECG procedures and related examinations
• Obtain ECGs; apply and assist with ambulatory monitoring devices
• Perform stress testing (nuclear and exercise) and assist with echocardiogram studies (including IV access and bubble studies)
• Identify normal sinus rhythm; recognize dysrhythmias and report changes in rate/rhythm
• Anticipate and obtain equipment/supplies; maintain inventory and place supply orders
• Maintain and organize the EKG clinic
• Provide administrative/clinical and clerical support as needed (phone calls, scheduling)
• Serve as primary point of contact for EKG clinic concerns during assigned tour
• Place work orders for equipment repair, follow up, and communicate actions to lead technologist/nurse manager
• Explain procedures to patients and position patients for testing
• Maintain the GE Healthcare MUSE Cardiac Management System and digital ECG storage system
• Assess procedure requests for appropriateness based on patient capability; instruct nursing staff on EKG equipment operation
• Instruct and assist physicians/cardiology staff in MUSE usage and support electronic medical record storage/identification
• Contribute to performance improvement initiatives by identifying problems, collecting data, and supporting process changes

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship
• Proficiency in written and spoken English
• Subject to background/security investigation
• Complete required online onboarding and pre-employment documentation; meet drug screening requirements if applicable
• Selective Service registration required for eligible males
• Seasonal influenza vaccination requirement
• Ability to serve a 1–2 year trial period with continued employment contingent on certification
• At least 1 year of experience comparable to GS-6, with knowledge of ECG equipment, standard tests/procedures, and typical readings including arrhythmias/abnormalities
• Demonstrated abilities: recognize/report potentially lethal arrhythmias and patient distress, correct procedure settings/errors, modify procedures/positions for complicating patient conditions, mentor/precept lower-graded technicians, and conduct in-service training
• Desirable: BCLS and ACLS certification

Benefits

• Competitive salary with regular salary increases
• Paid time off: 37–50 days annual paid time off per year (annual leave, sick leave, and Federal holidays)
• Paid parental leave (after 12 months of employment)
• Child care subsidy eligibility (after 60 days; income-based)
• Retirement: federal pension (5 years vesting) and 401K with up to 5% contributions
• Insurance: federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many plans portable to retirement)
• Telework: ad-hoc; not a virtual position