Cardiovascular Diagnostics Technician I

Houston Methodist•Baytown, TX

About The Position

FLSA STATUS Non-exempt QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION High School Diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.) EXPERIENCE None Six months of basic EKG and/or Holter monitor experience highly preferred LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and Certified EKG Tech (CET) from NHA, NPS, or ACA; or Certified Cardiographic Tech (CCT) from CCI; or Electrocardiogram Assessment (EKG) from MedCA; or Nationally Registered Certified EKG Tech (NRCEKG) from NAHP. within 18 months KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills and competency assessments Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to include, Hospital / Radiology/ Cardiology Information Systems and Office software to maintain patient and exam documents Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision including, organizing workflow and actively participating in problem solving Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all members of the patient care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner. SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Performs diagnostic electrocardiograms (12 lead EKGs) and Holter monitor exams that require precise placement of electrodes to the assigned area for accurate EKG data. Proactively identifies issues and how to address them for optimum results. Provides care for the physical needs of patients when conducting the EKG and/or Holter exams. Educates patients on the required care of the monitoring unit and electrode care, who require inpatient or outpatient Holter monitoring. Provides direct assistance to physicians and other health care team members during diagnostic exams. Provides direct assistance to physicians and other health care team members during diagnostic exams. Provides direct assistance to physicians and other health care team members during diagnostic exams. QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Identifies changes or abnormalities in EKG morphology when performing exams or processing data. Takes corrective action or communicates immediately, when appropriate, to proper personnel for the best results. 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; calls for service if needed. Reviews the quality of EKG tracings for the patient care team and interpreting physician. Provides direct assistance to physicians and other health care team members during diagnostic exams. FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 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 and prioritize daily tasks. Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks. Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks. GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Participates in departmental projects and shared governance activities. Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development as a Technician. SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE Uniform: No Scrubs: Yes Business professional: No Other (department approved): No ON-CALL Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. On Call Yes TRAVEL Travel specifications may vary by department May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)
None
BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association
Certified EKG Tech (CET) from NHA, NPS, or ACA; or Certified Cardiographic Tech (CCT) from CCI; or Electrocardiogram Assessment (EKG) from MedCA; or Nationally Registered Certified EKG Tech (NRCEKG) from NAHP. within 18 months
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills and competency assessments
Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to include, Hospital / Radiology/ Cardiology Information Systems and Office software to maintain patient and exam documents
Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers
Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision including, organizing workflow and actively participating in problem solving
Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles

Nice To Haves

Six months of basic EKG and/or Holter monitor experience highly preferred

Responsibilities

Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results.
Collaborates with all members of the patient care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner.
Performs diagnostic electrocardiograms (12 lead EKGs) and Holter monitor exams that require precise placement of electrodes to the assigned area for accurate EKG data.
Proactively identifies issues and how to address them for optimum results.
Provides care for the physical needs of patients when conducting the EKG and/or Holter exams.
Educates patients on the required care of the monitoring unit and electrode care, who require inpatient or outpatient Holter monitoring.
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.
Takes corrective action or communicates immediately, when appropriate, to proper personnel for the best results.
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; calls for service if needed.
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 and prioritize daily tasks.
Participates in departmental projects and shared governance activities.
Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development as a Technician.