Cardiac Technician
About The Position
We are searching for a Cardiac Technician -- someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you will perform technical and clerical functions pertinent to the Cardiology ECG Lab. This includes performing appropriate tests, ensuring representative 24-hour Cardio scan analysis for physician interpretation, responding to STAT calls when necessary, and assisting the Cardiology Fellow and/or Exercise Physiologist in the Exercise Lab. All duties are performed in a manner developmentally appropriate for the ages of patients served (neonate to adult) including both inpatients and outpatients.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required
- BLS certification preferred
- 1 year experience as an ECG technician preferred
Responsibilities
- Perform 15-lead electrocardiograms (including Rhythm Strips, Atrial ECG’s, and Esophageal ECG’s, and Cardioscan Monitor placement for both inpatients and outpatients
- Perform appropriate tests as ordered by physician
- Place charge and/or credits with appropriate documentation
- Performs 24-hour Cardioscan Analysis
- Operate MUSE System
- Take call and attends staff meetings
- Assist with care of Laboratory equipment
- Care for one or more of the following age groups routinely: Neonates, Infants, Toddler, Preschool Age, School Age, Adolescent, and Adult
- Complete service item charge form for each ECG, Cardioscan, or Exercise Test performed and place in appropriate box for the business office to pick up
- Distribute reports to ordering physicians outside of the Cardiology department within 24 hours of physician interpretation
- Perform data acquisition process from ECG carts to MUSE System
- Clean patient care equipment that has no direct patient contact on a weekly basis
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
