Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! Technician, Cardio II Posted Date 2 months ago(7/15/2024 4:41 PM) Requisition ID req23045 Facility Whittier Medical Center # of Openings 1 Shift Days Category Cardiology Services Position Type PerDiem Overview

Performs electrocardiograms in a number of hospital settings including intensive care unit and pre-operative area. Assists physicians during various stress tests and maintains equipment and cleanliness of the department.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities

Performs EKG's (Adult & Pediatric). Accurately sets-up proper placement for 12-lead EKG. Labels procedures properly with name, physician and diagnosis.Accurately processes reports of all diagnostic procedures. Files and mails copies of reports in a timely manner. Updates log books.Assists with treadmills and other stress test procedures. Accurately set-up tests and assists physician with procedures.Process and originates orders from the computer when necessary. Ensures orders are correct and face sheets are forwarded for processing.Performs Holter monitor hook-up and removal. Runs Holter recording. Places leads on patient, instructs patient on procedure and removes monitor upon test completion. Runs printout and evaluates for accuracy's.Performs EEG exams in a professional manner. Exam to be written clearly with appropriate montages and relative technical information on each recording.Prepares EEG patients for electrode applications. Explains each exam clearly and accurately to each patient. Applies electrodes within 20 minutes accurately. When test is complete, assists patient with clean-up.Makes appropriate calibration for EEG apparatus. Inspects & assures proper maintenance of EEG equipment. Calibrates before each exam and makes corrections with minimal assistance. Daily inspection of EEG equipment for defects or improper hook-ups.Adapts EEG procedures to particular clinical circumstances. Shows the ability to change montage or recording parameters to fit the clinical situations of the current recording.Recognizes and eliminates causes of electrical interference.Abstracts relevant information from patient's clinical record and obtains additional information by questioning.

Professional Conduct

Employee has the willingness and ability to perform additional duties and responsibilities in different areas of the department on an as-needed basis or as determined by management.Follows established hospital and department policies.Demonstrates the philosophy of team concepts.Participates in group projects and staff meeting with suggestions that enhance the work environment and increase productivity.Communicates well with supervisor, reports problems with equipment, supplies or procedures. Requests assistance as appropriate.Maintains confidentiality as related to job responsibilities.

Professional Improvement

Consistently strives to understand, anticipate and meet the needs, expectations and satisfaction levels of patients and other "customers". Errors, inefficiencies and inaccuracies are brought to management's attention with suggestions for improvement. Qualifications

- High school education / GED required.

- EKG certification preferred or equivalent work experience.

- BLS certification required or must obtain within 90 days of employment.

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