Exercise Technologist-Cardiology Diagnostic

Nationwide Children's Hospital • Columbus, OH

15h

About The Position

Overview: Full Time (40 hours/week); M-F Job Description Summary: Performs diagnostic procedures provided by the Non-Invasive Diagnostics Department.Assists with all paperwork aspects of exercise testing procedures including scheduling, chart preparation, and report formation.Supports the Exercise Physiologist with patient preparation, testing, Pulmonary Function Testing, collection of vital signs, and laboratory cleaning and disinfecting procedures. Scans, analyzes and tracks heart monitoring devices. Job Description: Essential Functions: Assists Exercise Physiologist(s) in conducting diagnostic tests. Appropriately prepares for testing procedures; explains procedures to patients and communicates effectively with the patients regarding condition. Records information obtained from diagnostic tests accurately. Possess moderate knowledge of arrhythmia recognition to identify, document and advise with rhythm disturbances. Performs basic cardiac testing procedures according to test requests; and operates cardiac testing equipment in accordance with organizational protocols and principles. The moment you walk through our doors, you feel it. When you meet our patient families, you believe it. And when you talk with anyone who works here, you want to be part of it. Welcome to Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Where Passion Meets Purpose. Here, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are integrated into our core values and practices. We are passionate about building, sustaining and evolving an inclusive and equitable environment. We are seeking individuals who live these values and want to share their experiences and efforts in support of our collective mission. We’re 15,000 strong. And it takes every one of us to improve the lives of the kids we care for, and the kids around the world we’ll never meet. Kids who live healthier, fuller lives because of the knowledge we share. We know it takes a Collaborative Culture to deliver on our promise to provide the very best, innovative care and to foster new discoveries, made possible by the most groundbreaking research. Anywhere. Ask anyone with a Nationwide Children’s badge what they do for a living. They’ll tell you it’s More Than a Job. It’s a calling. It’s a chance to use and grow your talent to make an impact that truly matters. Because here, we exist simply to help children everywhere. Nationwide Children’s Hospital. A Place to Be Proud.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science or equivalent training that supports the functions of this position.
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with patients of all ages (pediatric to adult).
• Ability to function with flexibility and adaptability to an ever changing and fast paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• CPR, PALS & ACLS preferred.
• Two years relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic procedures provided by the Non-Invasive Diagnostics Department.
• Assists with all paperwork aspects of exercise testing procedures including scheduling, chart preparation, and report formation.
• Supports the Exercise Physiologist with patient preparation, testing, Pulmonary Function Testing, collection of vital signs, and laboratory cleaning and disinfecting procedures.
• Scans, analyzes and tracks heart monitoring devices.
• Assists Exercise Physiologist(s) in conducting diagnostic tests.
• Appropriately prepares for testing procedures; explains procedures to patients and communicates effectively with the patients regarding condition.
• Records information obtained from diagnostic tests accurately.
• Possess moderate knowledge of arrhythmia recognition to identify, document and advise with rhythm disturbances.
• Performs basic cardiac testing procedures according to test requests; and operates cardiac testing equipment in accordance with organizational protocols and principles.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level