Behavioral Health Associate

Northwell Health

About The Position

Under direction and supervision of Registered Nurse, the BHA Electrocardiogram Technician is responsible for EKGs, census update, and Medical Department supplies. Job Responsibility 1.Performs electrocardiograms, on all patients and employees as requested 2.Escorts patients for medical tests, x-rays, consultations, etc. in or outside the hospital as needed 3.Demonstrates knowledge of high risk patient observations when performing tests 4.Ensures adequate stock of supplies and proper maintenance of equipment 5.Maintains general order and complies with Infection control policies for work area and equipment. 6.Measures, records, and reports vital signs, weight and height in a timely and accurate fashion 7.Documents activities on approved hospital forms and according to department policy and procedure 8.Updates census board in Evaluations and Admissions. 9.Maintains updated patient files 10.Prepares and sends all records, laboratory slips and physician notes to Medical Records 11.Attends and participates in staff meetings and unit based education 12.Reports equipment malfunctions to appropriate supervision. 13.Maintains competency in education specific to area of practice 14. Performs related duties, as required. ADA Essential Functions

Requirements

High School Diploma (or GED), required.
BHA and EKG experience, required.
American Heart Association Heartsaver CPR/AED for adult and children, required.
Hospital experience, (or related experience), required.
Ability to communicate effectively, required.

Nice To Haves

Certified Nurse Aide or Home Health Aide certification, preferred.
Knowledge of medical terminology, preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs electrocardiograms, on all patients and employees as requested
Escorts patients for medical tests, x-rays, consultations, etc. in or outside the hospital as needed
Demonstrates knowledge of high risk patient observations when performing tests
Ensures adequate stock of supplies and proper maintenance of equipment
Maintains general order and complies with Infection control policies for work area and equipment.
Measures, records, and reports vital signs, weight and height in a timely and accurate fashion
Documents activities on approved hospital forms and according to department policy and procedure
Updates census board in Evaluations and Admissions.
Maintains updated patient files
Prepares and sends all records, laboratory slips and physician notes to Medical Records
Attends and participates in staff meetings and unit based education
Reports equipment malfunctions to appropriate supervision.
Maintains competency in education specific to area of practice
Performs related duties, as required.