EKG & Telemetry Supervisor

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Supervisory Medical Instrument Technician (EKG) at the VA St. Louis Health Care System leads the telemetry and ECG MIT unit, directing staff, ensuring high-quality cardiology imaging and monitoring, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.

The role requires strong leadership, clinical expertise in telemetry and ECG, and the ability to manage complex procedures while guiding professional development and staff performance within the hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Certification by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) as a Certified Cardiographic Technician (CCT) is highly desirable.
• Basic Life Support (BCLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications are also desirable.
• Grandfathering provisions may apply for VA employees under the qualification standard.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction to MIT staff and supervise subordinate technicians.
• Plan, direct, and evaluate the work of the Telemetry and ECG unit.
• Interview candidates for positions and recommend selections, promotions, or discipline as needed.
• Ensure adherence to department, hospital, agency, and national regulations and policies.
• Maintain clinical expertise in telemetry monitoring and ECG procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Telemetry monitoring

ECG

Staff supervision

Education

No specific educational requirements

Job description

The Supervisory Medical Instrument Technician (EKG) at the VA St. Louis Health Care System leads the telemetry and ECG MIT unit, directing staff, ensuring high-quality cardiology imaging and monitoring, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.

The role requires strong leadership, clinical expertise in telemetry and ECG, and the ability to manage complex procedures while guiding professional development and staff performance within the hospital setting.