Job Description

Overview

Performs patient care related to cardiac procedures and testing for CV Service Line. Performs documentation of patient care related activities. Rotates with others in covering office phones and posting of am staff assignments. Performs general office duties.

Responsibilities

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES(*Essential Functions)

Related to Cardiac: a. Performs application and discontinuation of Holter and Arrhythmia Monitors b. Performs scanning of Holter studies c. Prepares MUSE EKG reports for physician reading, assures orders and charges are completed for each EKG in MUSE. d. Performs Cardiac Exercise Stress and Pharmacologic procedures for Cardiac and Nuclear patient population.

Related to Cath and EP Labs: a. Performs patient assessment of vital signs and pulses.

Related to CV Service Line in general: a. Transports patients via wheelchair or stretcher b. Assures significant other is appraised of patient status (in procedure, waiting in recovery) c. Relays concerns of patient or significant others to charge nurse or directly to physicians d. Performs EKGs for all age groups and transmits to MUSE. e. Performs cardiac monitoring f. Charts diagnostic reports.

Qualifications

JOB SPECIFICATIONS(Minimum Requirements)KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Certification as a Cardiology Technician.
• Successful completion of a 12 Lead EKG course offered at Methodist Hospitals within 3 months of hire.
• Participates in continuing education programs and department meetings.
• Competent to order supplies in Lawson Competent to work within MUSE computer system.
• Knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate service to all age groups.
• Knowledge of operational policies and procedures related to patient care and safety.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated clinical competency in patient care and successful completion of specific competencies for assigned area within 6 months of hire.
• Ability to provide compassionate, kind, caring approach in patient interaction.
• Ability to assess and interpret data about patient status in order to identify patient age specific needs.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision and as a team member.

EDUCATION

• High School Diploma/GED Equivalent Required
• One (1) year of work experience as a Cardiology Technician or a closely related field is Preferred
• Certification as a Cardiology Technician is Required
• EMT Certification is Preferred

STANDARDS OF BEHAVIORMeets the Standards of Behavior as outlined in Personnel Policy and Procedure #1, Employee Relations Code.CONFIDENTIALITY/HIPAA/CORPORATE COMPLIANCEDemonstrates knowledge of procedures for protecting and maintaining security, confidentiality and integrity of employee, patient, family, organizational and other medical information. Understands and supports the commitment of Methodist Hospitals in adhering to federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations governing ethical business practices for healthcare providers.DISCLAIMER - The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. The statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.