Job Objective:

Under the direction of the director of cardiovascular services directs and performs diagnostic inpatient and outpatient adult and pediatric electrocardiography tests.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs electrocardiograph (ECG) tests on adult and pediatric patients

• Knows current technique for each specific exam
• Operates all ECG equipment properly and skillfully
• Responsible for the completion of all procedures
• Routinely prepares exams for interpretation by the cardiologist
• Knowledge of chest physiology and anatomy
• Knowledge of the 12 lead ECG tracing including arrhythmias
• Places and removes holter monitors

• Required to work independently

• Required independence during regularly scheduled shifts.
• Demonstrates proficiency in performing and evaluating ECG tracings during routine, urgent, and emergency situations

• Demonstrates knowledge regarding special needs and behaviors of age specific groups

• Demonstrates proficiency in required age specific competencies including adult patient tests that include geriatric, obstetric, and mental health patients.
• Demonstrates proficiency in ECG performance of pediatric patients including neonates.
• Demonstrates proficiency in Cerner Cardiology ECG and Stress lab treadmill software including but not limited to matching studies and assigning studies for physician interpretation
• Prepares holter monitor results for interpretation by the cardiologist

Non-Essential Duties:

Answers telephones
Orders supplies
Trouble-shoots equipment problems
Responds to change in scheduling
Other miscellaneous duties as required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge

Has thorough knowledge of cardiac anatomy
Has thorough knowledge of ECG process and machinery

Skills

Skilled in electrocardiograph lead positioning and techniques

Abilities

Ability to evaluate ECG tracing for technical excellence.
Ability to operate and transport equipment

AVH Values: All AVH employees will effectively demonstrate these values:

Patients Come First – We listen actively and communicate with our patients and families, placing safety as a top priority.
Accountability & Ownership – We fully complete tasks, are transparent, effectively communicate, and recognize that what we do reflects on us.
Teamwork – We build trusting relationships, promote a sense of community, and are respectful of everyone. Success is about the whole team.
Integrity & Honesty – We tell the truth at all times, speak up when something is wrong, and do the right thing when no one is looking.
Excellence – We take pride in our work, are goal-oriented, and on a never-ending quest for top tier quality.
Initiative & Innovation – Our can-do attitudes, creativity, and resourcefulness empower us to improve the patient’s experience, solve our own problems, make timely decisions, and look for opportunities to add value.
Tenderness & Compassion – We have genuine empathy, show kindness, and encourage and advocate for each other.

Education and Experience:

Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience:

Previous ECG experience preferred.
12 lead ECG certificate preferred.

Required Licensure and/or Certifications

BLS required

AVH Conduct/Compliance Expectations:

Ability to adhere with AVH Absenteeism and Tardiness Policy
Ability to adhere with AVH Leaves of Absence Policy
Ability to adhere with AVH Paid Time Off (PTO) Policy
Ability to adhere with AVH Recording of Hours Worked Policy
Ability to adhere to the department dress code
Ability to organize work and establish priorities
Ability to expand on own initiative in performance of duties
Skill and ability to follow the telephone etiquette/standards
Conforms to AVH Standards of Excellence
Ability to function effectively under pressure and meet time parameters
Ability to communicate effectively while maintaining good working relationships with co-workers, managers and other hospital staff
Ability to adhere to the normal standards of courtesy and conduct as defined under the rules of hospitality at AVH
Ability to maintain the confidentiality of patient, hospital and department information
Ability to adhere to safety rules and regulations
Safely and effectively uses all equipment necessary to carry out duties
Ability to interpret and function under hospital and department policies and procedures
Conforms with required and appropriate Joint Commission requirements
Conforms with and supports hospital quality assurance and improvement guidelines
Ability to participate effectively in department and hospital staff education
Display a willingness to work as a team player
Ability to give and support the highest level of patient/customer satisfaction at all times
Supports and adheres to the values and mission statement established by the AVH Board of Directors
Ability to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the Compliance & Integrity Program and its established policies.
Ability to follow the Code of Conduct

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

The department operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Requires moving ECG equipment throughout the hospital.

A detailed description of the physical requirements of this job is maintained in the Employee Health Department.

Education and Experience:

Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent

Required Licensure and/or Certifications

BLS required