Supervisory Medical Instrument Technician (EKG)

The Supervisory Medical Instrument Technician (EKG)- position is located at the John Cochran Division, VA St. Louis Health Care System, St. Louis, MO. The Supervisory Medical Instrument Technician (MIT) is a skilled technician who functions as a supervisor of Acute Inpatient Telemetry & ECG MITs and assumes responsibility for the operational function of the service. PRINCIPALES MISSIONS : The Supervisory Medical Instrument Technician (EKG)- assumes full administrative and professional responsibility for planning and directing the work of subordinate technicians. Typically these duties include assigning and evaluating the work of subordinate staff; providing electrocardiograph medical instrument technician (EKG) services in more complex cases; reviewing and making recommendations regarding new and emerging procedures; providing instruction and training to new staff; interviewing candidates for positions; recommending selections, evaluating performance; taking disciplinary action when necessary; and identifying educational or training needs. As the supervisor, the incumbent will manage staff to include scheduling staff, hiring procedures, evaluations, advancement, promotion, and disciplinary action as necessary responsible for adhering to all department, service, hospital, agency and national regulations and policies. The incumbent will have knowledge of regulatory requirements. The incumbent will maintain clinical expertise in all the components of telemetry monitoring and ECG. Major duties and responsibilities of the position: Provide leadership and direction to MIT staff. Accountable for adhering to established policies, standards of care and standards of practice. Demonstrate leadership in improving patient care. Perform administration management, supervision and evaluation of both patient care and Telemetry MIT personnel in the unit. Provide an environment that encourages employees to perform to their full individual potential. Maintain advanced knowledge of complex examination procedures and techniques to provide optimal images for evaluation and treatment by providers. Maintain advanced knowledge of telemetry monitoring equipment, the transmitter, the 12-lead ECG machine and the supplies used for ECG/ Telemetry Monitoring and Central station. Set up, calibrate, and trouble shoot equipment in ECG and Telemetry central stations and related equipment. Establish and follow the standard operating procedures or traditional practice for telemetry monitoring and ECG. Ensure all staff remain current and accurate knowledge of the Medical Center's Infection Prevention Policies and Procedures. Identify potential crisis situations and responds effectively in emergency/code situations on unit. Function as a consultant to MITs and other personnel for complex patient issues. Collaborate with Logistics and other departments/committees/personnel to ensure adequate supply overage in both Telemetry central monitoring station and ECG Lab. Monitor staffing needs and maintains adequate levels to provide safe patient care in coordination with the Nurse Manager. Maintain a safe unit environment by routinely inspecting the area and requesting engineering/housekeeping assistance as needed. Communicate and/or mediate effectively with staff and support personnel to solve patient care and staff issues. Conduct staff development and training. Assist the Nurse Manger with monitoring unit for compliance with applicable performance measures and Joint Commission standards. Audit charts for complete and accurate documentation. Demonstrate managerial practices that include effective staff and management relationship and leadership skills. Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Work Schedule: Full Time. Monday- Friday, 7:00 am- 3:30 pm. Tours are subject to change based on the needs of the health care system. Recruitment/Relocation Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized. Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized. Pay: Com

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