ECG/Stress Technician - Cardiac Services - Casual -Variable Shifts

Job Description

• PURPOSE OF JOB :
  
  

To aid in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular disorders, the ECG/Stress technician performs non-invasive cardiovascular tests on a patient population and is responsible for Age Specific Criteria for Infants, Pediatrics, Adolescents, Adults and Geriatrics (by orientation and yearly competency validation) in a variety of settings in the hospital including all nursing Units, O/P Testing areas and the Emergency Department.

• ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Performs diagnostic testing and completes required documentation within the Cardiac Services Department.
• Promotes safety through adherence to protocols, policies and Joint Commission patient safety goals.
• Actively participates and supports departmental and organizational quality initiatives and goals.
• Communicates and collaborates within the department and hospital to provide supportive functions as necessary to achieve/maintain departmental fiscal goals.
• Maintains clinical and technical competence according to unit specific standards.
  
  

Job Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS :

• Education
  
  

High School graduate or equivalent

CCT (Certified Cardiographic Technician) registry or Certified EKG technician preferred but not required.

• Experience
  
  

Minimally 2 years experience as an ECG technician in a hospital/medical facility

Preferred

• Skills
  
  

Arrhythmia recognition preferred

Performing electrocardiograms, stress testing and holter monitor application

Training may be provided to qualified applicants