The Medical Instrument Technician (Electrocardiograph/Telemetry Technician) The telemetry technician's functions are to monitor the patient's electrocardiogram (ECG) waveforms in a centralized station and notify the appropriate clinical staff as directed. The employee must be willing to work cooperatively as a member of the inpatient team and demonstrate customer service principals in all aspects of work. Basic Requirements: 1. United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. 2. English Language Proficiency: Medical Instrument Technicians must be proficient in spoken and written English. 3. Grandfathering Provision: May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described