Electrocardiogram Technician

Job Description

Job Summary:

• Works under the supervision of the Cardiology Supervisor and Cardiology Director.
• Performs non-invasive diagnostic cardiac procedures on patients to include: EKG’s, Holter Monitoring and Scanning, Cardiac Stress Testing, and complete associated support activities as directed by the Cardiology Supervisor, Cardiology Director, and/or attending Cardiologist.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs non-invasive diagnostic cardiac procedures.
• 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.

Education:

• Position requires a high school diploma or GED. Completion of 12 Lead ECG course or
  Medical Assisting program preferred

Certifications & Licenses:

• Current BLS/Healthcare Provider status as per American Heart Association.

Experience:

• One year experience performing EKG’s, Holter Monitors and Treadmills; and/ or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred

Required Skills:

• Essential Technical/Motor Skills: Requires sufficient manual dexterity to be able to manipulate computers, EKG, Holter monitor, and Treadmill equipment.
• Interpersonal Skills: Requires excellent interpersonal skills in dealing with patients, public and co- workers. Requires ability to communicate effectively.
• Non-Invasive Diagnostic Cardiac Procedures.
• EKG
• Holter Monitoring.
• Cardiac Stress Testing.
• MUSE System.