County of Los Angeles
CARDIAC ELECTRODIAGNOSTIC TECHNICIAN III
County of Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Cardiac Electrodiagnostic Technician III
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Cardiac Electrodiagnostic Technician III
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County of Los Angeles .
Application Filing Date Thursday, April 4, 2024 at 9:00 A.M. (PT)
Position / Program Information Type of Recruitment: Open Competitive Job Opportunity Exam Number: Y5547G The position will remain open until the needs of the service are met and may be closed without notice.
About the Los Angeles County Department of Health Services The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails.
Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 500,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual operating budget of $8.4 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit
www.dhs.lacounty.gov .
Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re‑entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing.
Mission To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care.
Definition Conducts a full range of non‑invasive electrodiagnostic examinations of patients to obtain graphic indications of heart activity and condition; scans and analyzes tracings and prepares interpretative reports for requesting physicians.
Essential Job Functions
Conduct echocardiograph examinations following physicians’ requests and instructions; determine proper placement of transducer on patient to obtain a clear image by observing patterns on oscilloscope and applying knowledge of cardiac anatomy.
Monitor film images and detect abnormal patterns, determine probable causes of abnormalities such as structure of valves or major vessels, and prepare an interpretive report for the requesting physician.
Conduct dynamic electrodiagnostic examinations and scan tapes on oscilloscopes; correlate patient activity with tracing patterns and note any abnormality; prepare an interpretative report for the requesting physician which includes only those portions of the tracings which show abnormalities together with analytical notations using patterns listed in manuals as a guide.
Prepare protocol and instructional material on new equipment and techniques based upon manufacturer's manual and specifications for approval of superiors and instruct other technicians in the performance of the more difficult procedures.
Inspect malfunctioning electrodiagnostic equipment to identify problems; make minor adjustments in accordance with manufacturer instructions to restore to use or notify supervisor of needed repairs.
Requirements Minimum Requirements:
One (1) year’s experience at the level of Cardiac Electrodiagnostic Technician II*, including six (6) months’ on‑the‑job training in the performance of echocardiographic examinations and the preparation of electrodiagnostic interpretive reports.
Experience at the level of Cardiac Electrodiagnostic Technician II in Los Angeles County is defined as: conducts non‑invasive electrodiagnostic examinations of patients using phonocardiographic, vectorcardiographic, or dynamic electrocardiographic equipment and assists in exercise stress testing procedures.
Physical Class II – Light : This class requires light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10‑pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.
Desirable Qualifications
Additional years of experience at the level of Cardiac Electrodiagnostic Technician II*.
Out‑Of‑Class Experience Los Angeles County employees attempting to meet the requirements via experience inconsistent with their official payroll title will be considered for this examination. Applicants claiming out‑of‑class experience to meet the requirements should describe their out‑of‑class duties in detail in the Work Experience and Supplemental Questions sections of their application. Applicants are also encouraged to submit any supporting documentation such as out‑of‑class/additional responsibility bonuses, verification of experience documents, and performance evaluations to assist staff’s review of applicants' qualifications.
Additional Information Examination Content This examination will consist of an evaluation of experience based upon application information, desirable qualifications and supplemental questionnaire, weighted 100%.
Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on this examination to be added to the eligible register.
Eligibility Information Applications will be processed on an
"as received"
basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing grade on the examination will be placed on the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility.
No person may compete in this examination more than once every
twelve (12) months .
Special Information Vacancy Information : The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services (DHS) as they occur.
Available Shift Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.
Application and Filing Information Applications must be submitted online only. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted.
Apply online by clicking on the green
"APPLY"
button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website.
Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 4:59 p.m. (PT) deadline on the last day of filing, as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on
www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address.
Applications electronically received after 4:59 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted.
This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time with or without advance notice.
For the foreseeable future, all notices including result letters and notices of non‑acceptance will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add
Mhernandez@dhs.lacounty.gov
as well as
noreply@governmentjobs.com
and
info@governmentjobs.com
to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail.
Important Notes
Please access the following link for important Employment Information:
file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/247636_EmploymentInformation.pdf
All information and documents provided by applicants is subject to verification.
We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made.
Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment.
Utilizing verbiage from Class Specification and/or Minimum/Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the Requirements. Comments such as "See Resumé" or referencing other unsolicited materials/documents will not be considered a response; in doing so, your application will be rejected.
To be considered, fill out your application completely and correctly. Do not group your experience. For each position held, give the name and address of your employer, your position title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected.
Social Security Number Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.
Computer and Internet Access at Public Libraries For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.
No Sharing Of User Id, E-mail, And Password All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend’s user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.
Fair Chance Initiative The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed.
Anti‑racism, Diversity, And Inclusion (ARDI) The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti‑racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.
ADA Coordinator Phone 323‑914‑7111
California Relay Services Phone 800‑735‑2922
Department Contact Martin Hernandez, Exam Analyst Telephone Number: 213‑2684‑8717 Email Address: Mhernandez@dhs.lacounty.gov
Equal Employment Opportunity / Non‑Discrimination Statement The County of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to non‑discrimination in the County workforce, regardless of age (40 and over); ancestry; color; ethnicity; religious creed; protected family or medical leave status; disability; marital status; medical condition; genetic information; military and veteran status; national origin; race; sex; gender; sexual orientation; or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. For more information, visit https://employee.hr.lacounty.gov/eeo-programs/.
Testing Accommodations for Applicants The County of Los Angeles complies with all federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. For more information on accommodations, visit https://hr.lacounty.gov/accessibility/.
Employment Eligibility Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States.
Career PathFinder Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles, please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application at http://career-pathfinder.hr.lacounty.gov.
Veteran’s Credit Pursuant to the County Charter and County policy, in all open competitive examinations, the County of Los Angeles will add a credit of 10 percent of the total credits specified for such examination to the final passing score of an honorably discharged veteran, as well as the spouse of a deceased or disabled veteran, who served in the Armed Forces of the United States under specific conditions. For more information on veteran’s credit, visit https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205102_PPG_115.pdf.
Supplemental Questionnaire Please complete the supplemental questionnaire as specified in the posting. Ensure to answer each question thoroughly and provide the requested information when available.
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Cardiac Electrodiagnostic Technician III
role at
County of Los Angeles .
Application Filing Date Thursday, April 4, 2024 at 9:00 A.M. (PT)
Position / Program Information Type of Recruitment: Open Competitive Job Opportunity Exam Number: Y5547G The position will remain open until the needs of the service are met and may be closed without notice.
About the Los Angeles County Department of Health Services The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails.
Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 500,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual operating budget of $8.4 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit
www.dhs.lacounty.gov .
Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re‑entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing.
Mission To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care.
Definition Conducts a full range of non‑invasive electrodiagnostic examinations of patients to obtain graphic indications of heart activity and condition; scans and analyzes tracings and prepares interpretative reports for requesting physicians.
Essential Job Functions
Conduct echocardiograph examinations following physicians’ requests and instructions; determine proper placement of transducer on patient to obtain a clear image by observing patterns on oscilloscope and applying knowledge of cardiac anatomy.
Monitor film images and detect abnormal patterns, determine probable causes of abnormalities such as structure of valves or major vessels, and prepare an interpretive report for the requesting physician.
Conduct dynamic electrodiagnostic examinations and scan tapes on oscilloscopes; correlate patient activity with tracing patterns and note any abnormality; prepare an interpretative report for the requesting physician which includes only those portions of the tracings which show abnormalities together with analytical notations using patterns listed in manuals as a guide.
Prepare protocol and instructional material on new equipment and techniques based upon manufacturer's manual and specifications for approval of superiors and instruct other technicians in the performance of the more difficult procedures.
Inspect malfunctioning electrodiagnostic equipment to identify problems; make minor adjustments in accordance with manufacturer instructions to restore to use or notify supervisor of needed repairs.
Requirements Minimum Requirements:
One (1) year’s experience at the level of Cardiac Electrodiagnostic Technician II*, including six (6) months’ on‑the‑job training in the performance of echocardiographic examinations and the preparation of electrodiagnostic interpretive reports.
Experience at the level of Cardiac Electrodiagnostic Technician II in Los Angeles County is defined as: conducts non‑invasive electrodiagnostic examinations of patients using phonocardiographic, vectorcardiographic, or dynamic electrocardiographic equipment and assists in exercise stress testing procedures.
Physical Class II – Light : This class requires light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10‑pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.
Desirable Qualifications
Additional years of experience at the level of Cardiac Electrodiagnostic Technician II*.
Out‑Of‑Class Experience Los Angeles County employees attempting to meet the requirements via experience inconsistent with their official payroll title will be considered for this examination. Applicants claiming out‑of‑class experience to meet the requirements should describe their out‑of‑class duties in detail in the Work Experience and Supplemental Questions sections of their application. Applicants are also encouraged to submit any supporting documentation such as out‑of‑class/additional responsibility bonuses, verification of experience documents, and performance evaluations to assist staff’s review of applicants' qualifications.
Additional Information Examination Content This examination will consist of an evaluation of experience based upon application information, desirable qualifications and supplemental questionnaire, weighted 100%.
Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on this examination to be added to the eligible register.
Eligibility Information Applications will be processed on an
"as received"
basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing grade on the examination will be placed on the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility.
No person may compete in this examination more than once every
twelve (12) months .
Special Information Vacancy Information : The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services (DHS) as they occur.
Available Shift Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.
Application and Filing Information Applications must be submitted online only. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted.
Apply online by clicking on the green
"APPLY"
button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website.
Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 4:59 p.m. (PT) deadline on the last day of filing, as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on
www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address.
Applications electronically received after 4:59 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted.
This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time with or without advance notice.
For the foreseeable future, all notices including result letters and notices of non‑acceptance will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add
Mhernandez@dhs.lacounty.gov
as well as
noreply@governmentjobs.com
and
info@governmentjobs.com
to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail.
Important Notes
Please access the following link for important Employment Information:
file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/247636_EmploymentInformation.pdf
All information and documents provided by applicants is subject to verification.
We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made.
Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment.
Utilizing verbiage from Class Specification and/or Minimum/Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the Requirements. Comments such as "See Resumé" or referencing other unsolicited materials/documents will not be considered a response; in doing so, your application will be rejected.
To be considered, fill out your application completely and correctly. Do not group your experience. For each position held, give the name and address of your employer, your position title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected.
Social Security Number Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.
Computer and Internet Access at Public Libraries For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.
No Sharing Of User Id, E-mail, And Password All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend’s user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.
Fair Chance Initiative The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed.
Anti‑racism, Diversity, And Inclusion (ARDI) The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti‑racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.
ADA Coordinator Phone 323‑914‑7111
California Relay Services Phone 800‑735‑2922
Department Contact Martin Hernandez, Exam Analyst Telephone Number: 213‑2684‑8717 Email Address: Mhernandez@dhs.lacounty.gov
Equal Employment Opportunity / Non‑Discrimination Statement The County of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to non‑discrimination in the County workforce, regardless of age (40 and over); ancestry; color; ethnicity; religious creed; protected family or medical leave status; disability; marital status; medical condition; genetic information; military and veteran status; national origin; race; sex; gender; sexual orientation; or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. For more information, visit https://employee.hr.lacounty.gov/eeo-programs/.
Testing Accommodations for Applicants The County of Los Angeles complies with all federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. For more information on accommodations, visit https://hr.lacounty.gov/accessibility/.
Employment Eligibility Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States.
Career PathFinder Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles, please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application at http://career-pathfinder.hr.lacounty.gov.
Veteran’s Credit Pursuant to the County Charter and County policy, in all open competitive examinations, the County of Los Angeles will add a credit of 10 percent of the total credits specified for such examination to the final passing score of an honorably discharged veteran, as well as the spouse of a deceased or disabled veteran, who served in the Armed Forces of the United States under specific conditions. For more information on veteran’s credit, visit https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205102_PPG_115.pdf.
Supplemental Questionnaire Please complete the supplemental questionnaire as specified in the posting. Ensure to answer each question thoroughly and provide the requested information when available.
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