Summary
The Supervisory Medical Instrument Technician (MIT) - Electrocardiograph Technician (EKG) shall function as the supervisor for the Medical Instrument Technicians in the Cardiology section of the Medical Service. The incumbent is a member of a team of physicians, nurse practitioners and technical personnel who treat patients with a wide variety of Cardiac diseases, some of which are in an acute setting.
Duties
Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional The Supervisory MIT is responsible to the Cardiology Section Chief for the administrative functions of the Cardiology section, relieving him/her of complex administrative matters relating to the section's activities. Major duties include, but not limited to: Plans, organizes, develops, and directs the administrative activities and provides leadership to achieve optimum, operation of the Section, both internally and in coordination with the Medical Service Administrative Officer and other professional members. Maintains full authority to act for the Cardiology Section Chief in all administrative matters. Coordinates activities of all units within the Cardiology Section. Supervises all technical positions within the Cardiology Section. Provides administrative support functions including developing and implementing control procedures for supplies, payroll functions, equipment, fiscal matters and personnel management in coordination with the Cardiology Section Chief, Administrative Officer and the Chief of Medical Service. Personnel management responsibilities including maintaining liaison with the Cardiology Section Chief, Supervisory Administrative Officer and the Chief, Medical Service, Human Resources Specialists and all Cardiology staff in all areas of personnel administration concerning the Cardiology Section. Trains all technical personnel, including orientation and implementation of continuing medical education. Contracting Officer Representative (COR) for all Cardiology contracts and for Medical Service. Maintains Functional Statements, Performance Appraisals and Competency Assessment records for all technical staff. Responsible for inventory control and budget management including consignments. Coordinates infection control policy for Cardiology section. Coordinates equipment maintenance for Cardiology section. Plans work schedules for technical personnel and ensures that all areas are staffed adequately. Actively promotes the objectives of the Medical Center, EEO/Affirmative Action Program. Coordinates and conducts the Cardiology Section Quality Assurance Program. Muse system administrator. Provides training and/or passwords for the following systems for the Cardiology fellows: MUSE and other cardiology systems. Creates and maintains the documented, standardized New Employee Orientation for all new Cardiology techs. Creates and updates policies pertinent to cardiology service. Assists in coordination of care for device clinic needs and safety alerts. Conducts and manages Cardiology Technical Staff in operation of the following: Electrocardiograms, Holter and Event Monitoring, Regular and Nuclear Stress Testing, MUSE System, Life Vests, Device alerts, Reusable Medical Equipment (RME) is any medical equipment designed by the manufacturer to be reused for multiple patients. All personnel who are involved with the reprocessing of RME are responsible for knowing what reusable instruments, equipment, medical devices or supplies are used (inventory) in their clinical area. Work Schedule: Monday thru Friday; 7:30am - 4:00pm Recruitment/Relocation Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized. Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized. Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases. When setting pay, a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade). Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior [work experience] or military service experience. Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child. Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66. Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Available. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 000000 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized.
Requirements
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. 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 identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical evaluation. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1 or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
How you will be evaluated
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Your application, resume, C.V., and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process to verify information provided by a candidate (e.g., on resume or during interview or hiring process); gain additional knowledge regarding a candidate's abilities; and assist a hiring manager with making a final selection for a position. It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment. Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA for Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and coaching and reintegration support for military service members.