Cardio Diagnostic Technician II- Full Time Days

Houston Methodist • Sugar Land, TX

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About The Position

At Houston Methodist, the Cardiology Diagnostic Technician II position is an experienced technician who performs a variety of routine to complex electrocardiograms (12 lead EKGs), Holter monitor applications and exercise/treadmill, including pharmacological and echo stress tests for both inpatient and outpatient exams. This position processes and transmits EKG, Holter monitor and stress test data to designated software applications. The Cardiology Diagnostic Technician II position ensures exams are available for physician interpretation for completion of exam, including paperwork and reconciliation of exams. This position collaborates with all members of the patient care team.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent education.
• One year experience as a technician performing a variety of electrocardiograms (12 lead EKGs), Holter monitor applications or Stress Tests.
• Will consider internal candidates with six months experience as a Cardiology Diagnostic Technician I.

Responsibilities

• Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team-focused work unit.
• Collaborates with all members of the patient care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information.
• Facilitates open, professional communication which includes active listening and teaching.
• Performs diagnostic electrocardiograms (12 lead EKGs) and Holter monitor exams.
• Proactively identifies issues and how to address them for optimum results.
• Performs exercise/treadmill Stress Tests including documentation of patient vital signs, symptoms and tolerance of exam.
• Provides care for the physical needs of patients when conducting the EKG, Holter exams and Stress Tests.
• Educates patients on the required care of the monitoring unit and electrode care.
• Helps drive improvement of department score for patient satisfaction.
• Provides direct assistance to physicians and other health care team members during diagnostic exams.
• Identifies changes or abnormalities in EKG morphology when performing exams or processing data.
• Reviews the quality of EKG tracings for the patient care team and interpreting physician.
• Ensures all patient care equipment has had QC performed as required and is in safe working order prior to use.
• Reports any malfunctions to management and regularly practices preventive maintenance procedures.
• Provides accurate and complete documentation of patient procedures.
• Enters charges at the time service is delivered, when applicable.
• Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies.
• Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively.
• Identifies and presents areas for innovation, efficiency and improvement for department projects.
• Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: High school or GED