Cardiac technician job description

The Cardiac Technician maintains close observation of all monitors in the central monitoring room, notifying personnel when rhythm disturbances are observed on patients. This position performs all responsibilities required as defined in the scope of service, to ensure that the unique nature of the client is addressed.Baptist Health Care is a not-for-profit health care system committed to improving the quality of life for people and communities in northwest Florida and south Alabama. The organization is a proud a member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network and includes three hospitals, four medical parks, Andrews Institute for Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine, and an extensive primary and specialty care provider network. With more than 4,000 team members, Baptist Health Care is one of the largest non-governmental employers in northwest Florida. Maintains close observation of EKG tracing continuously during assigned watch Notifies clinical personnel of all rhythm disturbances, continuously artifact inoperative alarms and other monitoring problems. Utilizes telemetry emergency call system for life-threatening arrhythmias. Consults with RN when treatment of the arrhythmia is indicated. Refers all major systems problems to Clinical Manager, Charge Nurse or Assistant Director and Bio-medical Electronics Department. Communicates to oncoming shift a status report on all telemetry patients and monitoring equipment. Responds to all monitor alarms and notifies appropriate personnel as needed. Interprets alarms and validates computer interpretation within five (5) minutes Reserves and issues telemetry units when ordered. Maintains accurate telemetry assignments and current stop alerts according to unit policy. Assures quality of ECG input signal, uses appropriate techniques to correct artifact or interference. Differentiates arrhythmias which require immediate and non-immediate action and responds accordingly. Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of data collected.Assist in other duties as assigned to support the operational needs of the department and organization. May be required to remain on campus immediately before, during, and after severe weather and/or disasters. **Minimum Education**
+ High School Diploma or Equivalent Required

**Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities**

+ Ability to communicate effectively and document information accurately.

+ Knowledge of basic medical terminology.

+ Basic computer knowledge.

+ Must possess good interpersonal and organizational skills.

Grand View Health, which includes Bucks County's first hospital, has provided residents of Bucks and Montgomery counties with comprehensive health-care services since 1913. Now a century strong, Grand View offers a range of inpatient and outpatient care-particularly emphasizing the areas of surgery and orthopedics, women's and children's health, heart and vascular care, and cancer treatment. Our colleagues enjoy the best of both worlds by working for a high-quality, low-cost health-care provider in a collaborative, community environment. Help us build this new era of wellness and lead our community to a healthier future.
Responsibilities

Under the general direction of the Department Manager, the Cardiac Tech is responsible for obtaining and processing EKGs on infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients in the following areas: Cardiology, DEM, PACU, ICU, MSSS, Medical-Surgical units, and any other physician ordered area. The Cardiac Tech tech is also responsible for correctly applying holter monitoring devices on all age groups. Cardiac Techs support physicians by operating imaging equipment that helps inform the physician of any important diagnostic information before, during or after medical procedures. The essential functions of the Cardiac Tech are:

Essential Functions:

* Operates all EKG machines according to department standards to obtain satisfactory EKG tracings for infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.
* Recognizes malfunctions and troubleshoots minor problems according to policy and alerts necessary personnel immediately for major problems for prompt correction.
* Understands daily maintenance of equipment and performs tasks, as assigned, promptly and completely to ensure readiness for the next shift.
* Operates and troubleshoots copying equipment according to the established guideline copies and continuous availability.
* Processes procedures to ensure accurate billing. - Processes MUSE reports according to department policy to ensure proper reading and distribution. - Notifies appropriate physicians, according to department policy, to do STAT and routine readings and to receive requested reports. - Files reports promptly and accurately to maintain an effective file system. - Understands MUSE storage system to obtain department reports quickly, as requested. - Deals effectively with patients and family, exhibiting understanding and good communication skills to ensure positive patient care. - Recognizes signs and symptoms of heart attack and administers CPR as necessary. Schedule: 7:00 am - 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday with every 3rd weekend

Qualifications

Education and Experience:High School Diploma/GED And Over 6 months to 1 year Overall knowledge of EKG techniques, required Skills and Abilities:- Demonstrated problem solving skills, required- Strong verbal communication and listening skills, required- Effective interpersonal skills and able to work well with others, required- Knowledge of medical terminology, required- Ability to maintain the strictest levels of confidentiality, required- Service-oriented, required- Quickly troubleshoots and resolves problems, required- Possesses strong technical aptitude, required Licenses and Certifications:Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Within 2 weeks of hire, required

Responsibilities 7:00 am - 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday with every 3rd weekend

We are looking for team members who are passionate about challenging and significant work for the good of every patient. We are searching for individuals who are compassionate, serve with a purpose, are dedicated to supporting their team, and who seek excellence every day.
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This is a FT/Day Echo Cardiac Technologist with on-call requirements.

Performs, administers & monitors Cardio-Diagnostict tests with primary emphasis on cardiac sonography and doppler studies. Administers all Cardio-Diagnostic tests. Provides physician with preliminary findings of recorded data through monitoring and performing the necessary calculations, in a timely fashion while demonstrating the appropriate knowledge and skills necessary to work with patients from pediatric through geriatric. Follows physician's instructions, prepares and operates equipment and positions patients correctly in order to record the requested diagnostic images. Treats patients with care and respect.

* Basic Life Support certification required. May also require Advanced Life Support certification, if applicable.
* Requires active status through one of the following: American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS): Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer, RDCS; or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI): Registered Cardiac Sonographer, RCS, Advanced Cardiac Sonographer, ACS, or Registered Congenital Cardiac Sonographer, RCCS.
* May be required to meet registry/certification requirements for another modality, if applicable.
* May require license from Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH), if applicable.
* Pass written exam for Basic EKG interpretation with score >85% initially and repeat yearly.
* Requires ability to maneuver equipment and improvise positions when the condition of the patient does not permit routine positioning.
* Minimum of one year of experience in Echocardiography, preferred.

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