Advanced EKG Technician: Cardiac Diagnostics & Monitoring

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Greenville (NC); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Greenville, NC seeks a Medical Instrument Technician (ECG) to perform the full range of electrocardiograph procedures and related examinations.

The role includes operating state-of-the-art ECG equipment, preparing patients, and recording tracing data for diagnostic purposes. The incumbent will utilize the MUSE system for cardiology data, assist with stress tests, Holter monitoring, and ensure high-quality test results.

Qualifications

• US citizenship required; non-citizens may be appointed when qualified citizens cannot be recruited
• Education: there are no specific educational requirements for this occupation
• Licensure/certification not required but desirable at GS-6 or above; Basic and Advanced Cardiac Life Support certifications are desirable
• English language proficiency required for Medical Instrument Technicians
• Grade Determinations: GS-7 includes 1 year of related experience and KSAs to independently conduct standardized diagnostic procedures

Responsibilities

• Independently performs full range of electrocardiograph procedures and related exams
• Operates and monitors ECG equipment including 12‑lead ECG and accessories
• Instructs and prepares patients for testing and records data
• Manages ECG data in the MUSE cardiology storage system
• Schedules patients for monitors and supports testing and documentation
• Ensures quality control and accuracy of test results
• Complies with safety and procedural standards as prescribed by VA

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Greenville, NC seeks a Medical Instrument Technician (ECG) to perform the full range of electrocardiograph procedures and related examinations.

The role includes operating state-of-the-art ECG equipment, preparing patients, and recording tracing data for diagnostic purposes. The incumbent will utilize the MUSE system for cardiology data, assist with stress tests, Holter monitoring, and ensure high-quality test results.