1201 - Non-Invasive Cardiovascular Technician - PD

Salinas Valley Health•Salinas, CA

17h•Onsite

About The Position

This position performs non-invasive diagnostic cardiac procedures on patients, including EKGs, Holter Monitoring and Scanning, and Cardiac Stress Testing. The technician will also perform associated support activities, process procedure results in the MUSE system, and ensure appropriate documentation is maintained. A key responsibility is to immediately inform the Cardiology Director/Supervisor, and/or attending Cardiologist of any life-threatening or questionable test results. The role also involves entering updated patient information into computer terminals, troubleshooting and performing preventative maintenance on cardiology equipment, and providing age-appropriate care. Effective communication and teamwork are essential when interacting with patients, co-workers, and other hospital staff. The position is part of the Electrocardiology department and works under the supervision of the Cardiology Supervisor and Cardiology Director.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Current BLS/Healthcare Provider status as per American Heart Association.
One year experience performing EKG’s, Holter Monitors and Treadmills; and/ or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.

Nice To Haves

Completion of 12 Lead ECG course or Medical Assisting program preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs non-invasive diagnostic cardiac procedures on patients to include: EKG’s, Holter Monitoring and Scanning, Cardiac Stress Testing, and complete associated support activities.
Process procedure results in MUSE system, charts, logs, etc.
Immediately informs the Cardiology Director/Supervisor, and or attending Cardiologist of life-threatening or questionable test results.
Assumes active role in the Cardiology Department’s Continuous Quality Improvement Program.
Enters into computer terminals a variety of updated patient information.
Ensures appropriate documentation is maintained and updated.
Troubleshoots and performs preventative maintenance of cardiology equipment and accessories.
Performs related duties and special assignments/projects.
Provides age appropriate care to the patients served by the Cardiology Department.
Uses appropriate communication and teamwork skills when working with patients, co-workers, and other hospital staff.
Performs other duties as assigned.