What are the responsibilities and job description for the Per diem Stress Technician, Cardiac Testing - South Weymouth position at Brigham & Women's Physicians Organization?
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Job Summary
Responsible for administering stress tests to patients to assess their cardiovascular health under the direction of a physician.Essential Functions
-Prepare patients for stress tests by explaining the procedure and answering any questions they may have.
-Apply electrodes and other monitoring devices to patients to measure their heart rate, blood pressure, and other vital signs during the test.
-Administer stress tests, exercise stress tests or pharmacological stress tests, to evaluate the patient's cardiovascular health.
-Monitor patients during the stress test and responding to any issues or complications that arise.
-Document results of the stress test and communicating them to the supervising physician.
-Maintain equipment and ensuring that it is functioning properly.
-Assist in the scheduling of stress tests and other cardiology procedures.
-Participate in quality assurance and improvement programs.
Qualifications
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required
Licenses and Credentials
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support [ACLS (AHA)] - American Heart Association (AHA) preferred
Basic Life Support [BLS Certification]preferred
Certified Cardiographic Technician [CCT] - Cardiovascular Credentialing International preferred
Experience
Experience in or specialized training in stress testing and cardiovascular health stress testing and cardiovascular health 1-2 years required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to work well under pressure are all important for success in this role.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
$26.67 - $40.53/HourlyGrade
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