Cardiovascular Tech I - Diagnostic Cardiology

Henry Ford Health•Rochester, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Cardiovascular Tech I is responsible for supporting the Mission and Vision of Henry Ford Health by, under general supervision and according to established standards and protocols, performs Electrocardiograms; Stress Tests (Regular, Thallium, Persantine); and Holter monitor procedures in order to assist physicians in assessing patients’ cardiovascular system. May assist in training new employees and perform related clerical and service duties.

Requirements

Must possess and maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
High School graduate or equivalent required.
Completion of a hospital-approved program in cardiology technology, or other related college course work, or the equivalent of one (1) year prior experience in administering stress tests or prior EKG experience.
Knowledge of proper 12 lead electrocardiographic lead placement and skin preparation techniques.
Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology.
Must possess ability to recognize technical artifacts as well as cardiac arrhythmia patterns including heart blocks, ischemia and infarction.

Nice To Haves

Preferred credentialing CCT, CET, or ETC.
Some experience with exercise stress testing, nuclear stress testing, and stress echocardiograms.

Responsibilities

Prepares patients according to established standards and protocols for conducting stress testing procedures, including routine treadmill and various isotope studies. Monitors patient blood pressure and ECG status before and after procedure.
Uses electrocardiographic recorders to produce technically accurate and artifact-free tracings.
Prepares patients according to established standards and protocols for conducting stress testing procedures, including routine treadmill and various isotope studies. Monitors patient blood pressure ECG status before and after procedure.
Verifies that proper consent forms are signed prior to test.
Obtains accurate and pertinent patient medical histories for presentation to supervising physicians. Documents technical findings appropriately. Prepares documentation and tracings for physician review.
Instructs patient in proper post-procedure activities regarding diet, exercise and shower restrictions.
Sets up 24-hour ambulatory ECG recorders and instructs patients in their use.
Follows department and CHMC’s policies regarding crash cart operations and daily defibrillator check.
May assist in orienting new employees and students in stress testing techniques and procedures.
Performs related duties such as stocking supplies, maintaining files and logs of tests and patients seen, preparing reports of activity and cleaning and maintaining of work areas.
Promotes a positive work environment as evidenced by quality service and positive staff attitudes.
Demonstrates and actively promotes an understanding and commitment to the mission of CHMC through performing behaviors consistent with the CHMC Standards of Performance and Code of Ethics.
This position requires the ability to identify age related differences within the persons served and the adjustment of treatment style and expectations as appropriate, including adjustments based on the person’s served cognitive function and learning ability. This will include taking into account their religious and cultural needs and preferences.