Blood Pressure Technician- Nephrology/Hypertension Clinic
About The Position
The Blood Pressure Technician performs multiple roles within the Division of Nephrology and Hypertension, assisting physicians with cardiac diagnostic testing and carrying out tasks related to automated blood pressure monitoring, Holter monitoring, and Hemodynamic testing. The position involves obtaining and recording patient information; placing and removing cardiac testing devices; preparing and educating patients for testing; downloading results; assisting physicians with interpretation of findings; and editing, producing, and finalizing reports after physician interpretation. The technician manages calendars within Epic, cleans patient exam rooms, orders and maintains equipment, and supports nursing staff with Hemodynamics testing. The role includes training new and float staff, using sound judgment and problem-solving skills in a team environment, maintaining expertise, and working independently with minimal supervision. The technician must be competent with a variety of equipment and multiple electronic applications, including Spacelabs (Sentinel) and ABPM. The position requires following safety guidelines, may involve assisting during emergencies, and requires flexibility to work varied hours and shift lengths.
Requirements
- High school graduate.
- Ability to learn and perform highly technical skills.
- Ability to perform accurate blood pressure measurement.
- Excellent patient interaction skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to handle difficult situations, remain calm under stress, manage emotional situations, display empathy, and maintain positive communication in a rapidly changing environment.
- Willingness to adjust work schedules in response to department or clinical needs.
- Ability to manage and prioritize simultaneous tasks while working directly with patients who may have diverse needs.
- Competence with a variety of equipment and ability to navigate multiple electronic applications, including Spacelabs (Sentinel) and ABPM.
- Effective judgment and problem-solving skills in a teamwork environment.
- Ability to function independently with minimal supervision.
Nice To Haves
- Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross is preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Assist physicians with cardiac diagnostic testing.
- Perform tasks related to automated blood pressure monitoring, Holter monitoring, and Hemodynamic testing.
- Obtain and record patient information.
- Place and remove cardiac testing devices.
- Prepare and educate patients for testing.
- Download test results.
- Assist physicians with interpretation of findings.
- Edit, produce, and finalize reports after physician interpretation.
- Manage calendars within Epic.
- Clean patient examination rooms.
- Order and maintain equipment.
- Provide support to nursing staff for Hemodynamics testing.
- Train new and float staff.
- Follow safety guidelines for self, support personnel, and patients.
- Assist with emergency situations when needed.
- Adjust to varied hours and shift lengths as required.
Benefits
- Multiple medical plan options.
- Dental coverage through Delta Dental or a reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
- Vision plan with a national network.
- HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
- Competitive retirement package.
- Continuing education and advancement opportunities.
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
