Responsible for maintaining the equipment and supplies; assists in the acquisition of data by performing EKG, and with application of holter/event monitors independently; including explanation of test, application of electrodes using accepted techniques and placement, recognizes the difference between acceptable waveforms, artifact and rhythm abnormalities. Assists with stress echo and nuclear stress testing according to hospital and departmental policy.
Properly bills for completed procedures. Must demonstrate the ability to assess patients' status and identify each patient’s requirements relative to their age specific needs. Additional Responsibilities Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards. For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation. Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients.
Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace. Education High School Equivalent / GED (Required) and Graduate of an accredited cardiovascular technology program (CCT or CRAT) (Preferred) Work Experience 2+ years Of experience as a cardiovascular technician (Required) Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Successful completion of training as a cardiovascular technician (Required proficiency) Strong communication, team-work, problem-solving and interpersonal skills (Required proficiency) Recognition of cardiac arrhythmia’s (Required proficiency) Stress testing; (Required proficiency) Holter monitors; (Required proficiency) EKGs; (Required proficiency) event monitors; (Required proficiency) vital signs and basic computer skills; (Required proficiency) manual blood pressures.
(Required proficiency) Licenses and Certifications Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required) Physical Demands Standing Frequently Walking Frequently Sitting Rarely Lifting Frequently up to 50 lbs Carrying Frequently up to 50 lbs Pushing Frequently up to 50 lbs Pulling Frequently up to 50 lbs Climbing Occasionally up to 50 lbs Balancing Occasionally Stooping Frequently Kneeling Frequently Crouching Frequently Crawling Occasionally Reaching Frequently Handling Frequently Grasping Frequently Feeling Constantly Talking Constantly Hearing Constantly Repetitive Motions Constantly Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly Travel Requirements 10%