Cardiology Technician

University of Utah Health • Salt Lake City, UT

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About The Position

The Cardiology Technician performs routine electrocardiography procedures throughout the hospital and provides Holter Monitor hook-ups as needed. The position provides direct patient care and may access and administer medications within the employee’s scope of practice and according to state law. The role supports patient care across a range of cardiac testing procedures and works with patients undergoing stress tests.

Requirements

• Demonstrated potential ability to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Ability to provide care to the population served.
• Knowledge of life span growth and development principles.
• Ability to assess data regarding a patient’s status.
• Ability to provide care according to the department’s policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.
• Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system; must obtain it within 30 days of hire.
• Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.

Nice To Haves

• Some positions may require Cardiology Technician certification immediately or within six months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Complete electrocardiograph readings requested by hospital departments.
• Place leads, calibrate, and operate Holter Monitors.
• Operate computerized data acquisition equipment to obtain electrocardiograms during stress procedures.
• Perform procedures involving treadmill and bicycle exercise tolerance tests, Thallium, Muga, and oxygen consumption stress tests.
• Assist the stress test proctor in monitoring patients during procedures.
• Participate in training other cardiac technicians on special procedures.
• Maintain accurate logs of patient information related to electrocardiograph readings, Holter requests, and cardiac studies.
• Prepare and process paperwork from electrocardiograph readings for physician review.
• Prepare and process billing paperwork and help maintain filing cards and patient folders.
• Perform minor equipment maintenance and cleaning, and restock supplies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed