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Medical Instrument Technician - Electrocardiograph/Monitor Technician

Department of Veterans Affairs

Veterans Health Administration

Washington DC VA Medical Center

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The Medical Instrument Technician (MIT) - EKG/Cardiac Telemetry technician, also referred to as Monitor Technician, is responsible for the remote surveillance and continuous monitoring of multiple patients cardiac activity from a centralized telemetry monitoring station. This station supports multiple acute care and intensive care step-down units within the Washington DC VA Medical Center.

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The Medical Instrument Technician (MIT) - EKG/Cardiac Telemetry technician, also referred to as Monitor Technician, is responsible for the remote surveillance and continuous monitoring of multiple patients cardiac activity from a centralized telemetry monitoring station. This station supports multiple acute care and intensive care step-down units within the Washington DC VA Medical Center.

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Posted today · Apply by 08/02/26

Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on August 2, 2026

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1 vacancy in the following location:

Washington, DC

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Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $51,957 - $75,059 per year Pay scale & grade

GS 6 - 7

Promotion potential 7

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Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Not required

Appointment type Permanent

Occupations and job series

• 0649 Medical Instrument Technician

Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Excepted Service Represented by a union Yes

Drug test Yes Security clearance Not Required Position sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk

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• Suitability/Fitness
• Credentialing

Financial disclosure required No

Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.

Announcement number CBTF-13011635-26-LB-Charlie Control number 877758600

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

Federal employees - Competitive service

Current federal employees whose agencies follow the U.S. Office of Personnel Managements hiring rules and pay scales.

Federal employees - Excepted service

Current federal employees whose agencies have their own hiring rules, pay scales and evaluation criteria.

Internal to an agency

Current federal employees of the hiring agency that posted the job announcement.

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NOTE: The 2-page Resume requirement does not apply to this position. For more information, refer to Required Documents below.

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Major duties include, but are not limited to:

• Monitors cardiac and hemodynamic waveforms for assigned patients, promptly identifying abnormalities such as irregular heartbeats and arrhythmias or signs of potential cardiac arrest. The Monitor Technician must not leave the central telemetry room unattended and must ensure that they are relieved by an equally qualified monitor technician, a telemetry registered nurse, or another staff member trained in telemetry.
• Utilizes the e-caliper in the central monitoring system to measure P-R intervals, QRS complex widths, QT intervals, and ST segment deviations to detect abnormal changes accurately.
• Measures, prints, and interprets cardiac rhythm strips every four hours (Q4H) in accordance with monitoring protocols.
• Recognizes and reports any deviations in cardiac rate and rhythm, including significant issues such as QT prolongation and ST segment changes. This monitoring occurs in response to physician requests based on established parameters and thoroughly documents all related communications in the electronic medical record system.
• Provides clear and concise verbal and/or written patient medical reports to nurses, charge nurses, and providers to ensure effective communication, and to incoming MITs/Telemetry Technicians during shift hand-offs for continuity of care.
• Performs 12-lead EKGs on a STAT basis when required and ensure prompt delivery to the nursing staff in accordance with medical center policies and procedures.
• Maintains accurate documentation of patients cardiac rhythm status in electronic medical record such as ICCA and CPRS, including relevant clinical interpretations and commentary.
• Maintains current knowledge of telemetry techniques and professional skills through continuing education and Talent Management System (TMS) training.
• Assists in the orientation and training of new employees on telemetry operations, EKG procedures, and unit-based documentation and communication protocols.
• Operates and troubleshoots central monitoring station equipment, replaces expendables as needed, and performs routine cleaning and basic maintenance of telemetry equipment.
• Applies knowledge of standard precautions and adheres to CDC guidelines when cleaning telemetry boxes, wires, and cables.
• Coordinates and ensures the availability of transmitters, lead cables, EKG electrodes, and other essential telemetry monitoring supplies to support uninterrupted patient care.
• Verifies proper functioning of medical devices, identifies potential malfunctions, performs basic troubleshooting, and collaborates with Clinical and Biomedical Engineering staff to ensure timely resolution.
• Maintains adequate inventory of supplies necessary for shift operations by coordinating with Logistics and ensuring a clean and organized work environment.
• Demonstrates caring behaviors by taking ownership of work, proactively engaging in tasks, and performing duties with deliberate attention to quality and detail.
• Exercises appropriate independent judgment and decision-making to ensure the safe and effective operation of the Central Telemetry Monitoring station.
• Complies with all mandatory training requirements, including annual cardiac rhythm/EKG interpretation refresher courses with successful passing grade, and other designated training programs.
• Will perform other duties as assigned.

Work Schedule: Rotating days and nights

Recruitment Incentive (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: Not Available

Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Functional Statement #: 688-26561-F

Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

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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.
• 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, drivers 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.

Qualifications

Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.

Basic Requirements:

• United States Citizenship. Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
• Education. There are no specific educational requirements for this occupation. Education may be substituted for experience only at the GS-4 and GS-5 levels. See the grade requirements part of this standard for information regarding educational substitutions.
• Licensure or Certification. Licensure or Certification is not required for this occupation; however, it is strongly desirable at GS-6 or above as evidence of possession of the essential knowledge, skills, and abilities. For certain functional areas at the higher levels or supervisory assignments, specific certifications appropriate to the specialty are indicated in this standard under "Titles and Certification/Registrations". Note: For all specialties identified in this standard, Basic and Advanced Cardiac Life Support certifications are desirable. Training which does not result in official certification does not meet this definition.
• English Language Proficiency. Must be proficient in spoken and written English

May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria).

Grade Determinations:

GS-6 - Electrocardiograph Technician (EKG):

Experience. At least 1 year of experience comparable to the next lower grade level (GS-5*) which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics related to the duties of the positions to be filled.

• Examples of duties at the GS-5 include but are not limited to: Knowledge of standard medical terminology to interpret physician orders or instruction; Knowledge of common physical disabilities and ability to position patients for the examination or treatment; Ability to learn the normal and abnormal results for routine procedures to recognize and report obvious abnormalities; Ability to operate the equipment to administer routine/standard diagnostic treatment or procedures; Ability to perform standard operator maintenance on the equipment including the ability to disassemble, clean, reassemble, and calibrate the machine.

AND

Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills and Abilities. In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs:

• Ability to recognize special patient needs such as disabilities, impaired mobility, and complicating medical conditions in order to prepare and position the patient for the prescribed procedure.
• Knowledge of the specialized equipment and accessories appropriate to Holter monitoring and ability to perform such tests.
• Knowledge of universal precautions and sterilization techniques and ability to follow CDC guidelines in cleaning equipment.
• Ability to monitor the patient for adverse reactions and take appropriate action.
• Ability to operate the equipment to perform standard and routine highly specialized procedures including exercise stress testing.

NOTE: Certification. No certification is required; however, it is desirable that employees at this level have BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support) certification.

GS-7 - Electrocardiograph Technician (EKG):

Experience. At least 1 year of experience comparable to the next lower grade level (GS-6*) which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics related to the duties of the positions to be filled. This would be experience which provided knowledge of the equipment, standard tests and procedures, and typical readings including arrhythmias and abnormalities.

• Examples of duties at the GS-5 include but are mot limited to: Ability to recognize special patient needs such as disabilities, impaired mobility, and complicating medical conditions in order to prepare and position the patient for the prescribed procedure; Knowledge of the specialized equipment and accessories appropriate to Holter monitoring and ability to perform such tests; Knowledge of universal precautions and sterilization techniques and ability to follow CDC guidelines in cleaning equipment; Ability to monitor the patient for adverse reactions and take appropriate action. Ability to operate the equipment to perform standard and routine highly specialized procedures including exercise stress testing; receive and interpret physicians requests for diagnostic procedures and/or treatments; explain the procedure to the patient to secure the patients confidence and cooperation; document the patients record; independently perform standardized testing monitoring the patient for adverse reactions; and operate, calibrate, and clean and/or sterilize commonly used equipment. Assignments at this level require knowledge of standard medical terminology as well as common diseases and their specific affects.

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Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities. In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs:

• Knowledge of typical patient reactions and signs of distress including the ability to recognize, report and treat potentially lethal arrhythmias.
• Knowledge of common equipment settings 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 amputations, Parkinsons disease, structural defects, and scar tissue.
• Ability to act as a mentor or preceptor to lower graded technicians.
• Ability to conduct in-service training on the EKG equipment and related instrumentation.

NOTE: Certification. No certification is required; however, it is desirable that employees at this level have BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support) certification.

Preferred Experience:

• Two years of Medical Instrument Technician (EKG) experience.

Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/.

The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-7. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of a GS-6 to GS-7.

Physical Requirements: This position requires a combination of sitting, standing, and occasional crouching or kneeling, with regular and recurring heavy lifting (35 lbs. and over) and patient positioning while maintaining balance. Physical endurance and tolerance are essential for 8- to 12-hour shifts. The incumbent must continuously monitor computer screens and telemetry equipment, necessitating strong manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and keen vision and hearing. Monitor Technicians must be able to remain alert and astute in monitoring EKG rhythms for long periods of time; must be emotionally and mentally stable.

Education

Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

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Receiving Service Credit for Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or military service experience. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed.

During the application process you may have an option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions.

This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.

This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.

VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. The health-related positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority.

If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement.

Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicants criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process, visit Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP) at The Fair Chance Act.

Whole Health is an approach to health care that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their life to the fullest. The VA is committed to Whole Health and values Veteran and Employee health and wellbeing. As a VA employee, you will practice Whole Health in an environment that supports personalized and proactive care.

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You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

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 candidates 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.

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To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:

• Upload Full Resume/CV (no page limit)
• Resume

Special Note for Applications: To complete your application, please use the following link https://vacareers.va.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/Resume.docx to download the standard Clinical Resume Document. This one-page document does not need to be modified and must be uploaded into the two-page restricted Resume document upload field.

Your full resume/CV may be uploaded without page limitation into the Other document upload field.

The following documents are accepted, and may be required if applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this position. Please ensure you have included all documents required for your application, such as a copy of your transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50s (current/former Federal employees), etc.

• Cover Letter
• DD-214/ Statement of Service
• Disability Letter (VA)
• License
• Upload Full Resume/CV (no page limit)
• Other (2)
• Other (3)
• PCS Orders
• Performance Appraisal
• Professional Certification
• Resume
• Separation Notice (RIF)
• SF-15
• SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
• Transcript

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

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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 08/02/2026 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13011635.

• To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
• Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.

NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.

Agency contact information

Lacreasha Blanding

Phone 410-605-7000 Email Lacreasha.Blanding@va.gov Address Washington VA Medical Center

50 Irving Street, Northwest

Washington, DC 20422

US

Next steps

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. After we receive application packages (including all required documents) and the vacancy announcement closes, we will review applications to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete, a referral certificate(s) is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email. Referred applicants will be notified as such and may be contacted directly by the hiring office for an interview. All referred applicants receive a final notification once a selection decision has been made.

You may check the status of your application at any time by logging into your USA Jobs account and clicking on Applications. Information regarding your application status can be found in the USAJobs Help Center.

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.

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Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

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Required Documents

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To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:

• Upload Full Resume/CV (no page limit)
• Resume

Special Note for Applications: To complete your application, please use the following link https://vacareers.va.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/Resume.docx to download the standard Clinical Resume Document. This one-page document does not need to be modified and must be uploaded into the two-page restricted Resume document upload field.

Your full resume/CV may be uploaded without page limitation into the Other document upload field.

The following documents are accepted, and may be required if applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this position. Please ensure you have included all documents required for your application, such as a copy of your transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50s (current/former Federal employees), etc.

• Cover Letter
• DD-214/ Statement of Service
• Disability Letter (VA)
• License
• Upload Full Resume/CV (no page limit)
• Other (2)
• Other (3)
• PCS Orders
• Performance Appraisal
• Professional Certification
• Resume
• Separation Notice (RIF)
• SF-15
• SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
• Transcript

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

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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 08/02/2026 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13011635.

• To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
• Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.

NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.

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Agency contact information

Lacreasha Blanding

Phone 410-605-7000 Email Lacreasha.Blanding@va.gov Address Washington VA Medical Center

50 Irving Street, Northwest

Washington, DC 20422

US

Next steps

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. After we receive application packages (including all required documents) and the vacancy announcement closes, we will review applications to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete, a referral certificate(s) is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email. Referred applicants will be notified as such and may be contacted directly by the hiring office for an interview. All referred applicants receive a final notification once a selection decision has been made.

You may check the status of your application at any time by logging into your USA Jobs account and clicking on Applications. Information regarding your application status can be found in the USAJobs Help Center.

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.

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Fair and transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

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Financial suitability New employee probationary period

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Selective Service Signature and false statements

Social security number request

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The position is located within the VAMC Washington D.C., Business Office. The Medical Center is a tertiary care facility, classified as Complexity Level 1A. It provides comprehensive primary and specialty services in medicine, surgery, neurology, and psychiatry using a primary care model. It also has been designated as a Polytrauma Network site. The medical Center has 171 acute care beds, 30 Psychosocial Residential Rehabilitation Treatment (PRRTP), and an adjacent 120-bed Comprehensive Nursing and Rehabilitation Center (CNRC), providing a full spectrum of extended services including geriatric and polytrauma rehabilitation, long-term care, hospice and palliative care. The position is organizationally aligned under the Health Information Management Section(HIMS) and is expected to work closely with all members of the health care team, Medical Centers administration, Site Managers Offices, Business Office and VAMC Executive Leadership.

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Lacreasha Blanding

Phone 410-605-7000 Email Lacreasha.Blanding@va.gov Address Washington VA Medical Center

50 Irving Street, Northwest

Washington, DC 20422

US

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Summary

The Medical Instrument Technician (MIT) - EKG/Cardiac Telemetry technician, also referred to as Monitor Technician, is responsible for the remote surveillance and continuous monitoring of multiple patients cardiac activity from a centralized telemetry monitoring station. This station supports multiple acute care and intensive care step-down units within the Washington DC VA Medical Center.

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Overview

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Accepting applications

Posted today · Apply by 08/02/26

Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on August 2, 2026

Location

1 vacancy in the following location:

Washington, DC

No matching locations found.

Work site options

Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $51,957 - $75,059 per year Pay scale & grade

GS 6 - 7

Promotion potential 7

Learn more about pay scale and grade

Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.

Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Not required

Appointment type Permanent

Occupations and job series

• 0649 Medical Instrument Technician

Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Excepted Service Represented by a union Yes

Drug test Yes Security clearance Not Required Position sensitivity and risk Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk

Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.

Background check type

• Suitability/Fitness
• Credentialing

Financial disclosure required No

Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.

Announcement number CBTF-13011635-26-LB-Charlie Control number 877758600

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