Heart Station Technician
About The Position
The Heart Station Technician supports cardiac testing and patient care in the Heart Station. The role requires a basic understanding of cardiac arrhythmias and includes triaging clinic patients, performing electrocardiograms (EKGs), applying and scanning Holter and event monitors, performing cardiac stress tests with overseeing providers, and preparing pacemaker/ICD electronic transmissions for interpretation. The position is based in Springdale and is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The technician processes test results, reviews charges, communicates with interpreting physicians about system issues, manages monitor returns and overdue monitors, and supports pacemaker evaluations and timely billing. The role also includes daily equipment inspection and maintenance, patient-care tasks, and documentation in accordance with department guidelines. This is a safety-sensitive position; current medical marijuana users cannot be hired. Arkansas Children's is a tobacco-free workplace, and flu vaccination is required.
Requirements
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent; alternatively, two years of experience may be accepted in lieu of a diploma/GED.
- Basic understanding of cardiac arrhythmias.
- Flu vaccination is required.
- Current users of medical marijuana are ineligible because the position is safety-sensitive.
Nice To Haves
- Associate's degree in a related field of study.
Responsibilities
- Perform electrocardiograms, process results, review charges, and communicate with interpreting physicians when system issues arise.
- Apply and scan Holter and event monitors, manage monitor returns, and contact families about overdue monitors.
- Perform cardiac stress tests with overseeing providers and manage orders through completion of reports.
- Assist with pacemaker evaluations and Paceart evaluations, ensuring billing is completed in a timely manner.
- Inspect departmental equipment daily for cleanliness and malfunctions.
- Complete patient care, which may include vital signs, heights, weights, head circumference, and other patient-care assignments, safely, efficiently, and promptly.
- Document patient care and other assignments according to department guidelines.
- Assist with admission, transfer, and discharge as directed by licensed staff.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
