Stress Holter Technician (PRN)

Stress Holter Technician (PRN)

The Echocardiograph (EKG) Tech performs electrocardiograms according to physician's orders and established practices and procedures.  The position's tasks and responsibilities include:
   
 Performs routine,  24 hour and Cardiac Stress Tests.
 Confers with cardiologist to establish requirements for non-standard examinations and determines technical factors to satisfy requirements. 
 Monitors and documents test results for physician review.
 Advises cardiologists of results of examination and provides preliminary diagnostic evaluation.
 Notifies cardiologists of significant scan deviations that may necessitate immediate attention to the patient.
 Cleans and maintains equipment.  Participates in ensuring adequate levels of supplies.
 Records, charges, copies and charts test results.
 Utilizes knowledge of age specific needs of patient in performance of duties and responsibilities.
 Assists with transporting patients.
 Orients and mentors new staff members.
 Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

 High school diploma or GED is required.
 Graduation from approved school of Echocardiography with ability to read arrhythmia's preferred.
 Six months previous experience in EKG preferred.
 Previous experience in direct patient care preferred.
 Current Certification in Basic Life Support or ability to successfully complete certification course.
 Customer service abilities including effective listening skills.
 Ability to perform work that requires frequent standing, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, moving, lifting of patients and/or equipment up to 50 lbs.