Cardiac Diagnostic Lab Technician

Job Summary: Works under supervision of the Cardio Stress Supervisor. The Cardiovascular Technician assists in performing simple and complex diagnostic tests in the stress laboratory on adult and pediatric patients with cardiac dysfunction. Performs treadmill and cycle ergometer stress tests, holter monitoring hookup and scanning, cardiopulmonary stress testing and electrocardiograms. Recognizes cardiac dysrhythmia and life threatening arrhythmias and initiates emergency resuscitation measures as needed. Provides care in the cardiac diagnostic laboratory to assure highest quality test results. Works closely with Cardiologist, Cardiology Fellows, Residents, Nurses and Students to guarantee optimal stress test quality. Transcribes results and prepares records for physician interpretation. May do scheduling, patient charges, supply ordering/stocking and report generation and retrieval as required. Records treatment and diagnostic information for the medical record. Utilizes independent judgement and initiative appropriately. Performs other duties as assigned.Job Specifications: High school diploma and completion of a basic arrhythmia course required. A.S. degree from a 2 year program preferred. Basic Life Support required. One year stress testing experience either adult or pediatric required. Assembly and troubleshooting patient/machine equipment; patient assessment; preventative maintenance, calibration of equipment. Excellent knowledge of cardiac anatomy and physiology, patient care, dysrhythmia recognition and specialized techniques as required. Works with others, contact with the public, works alone with others; may supervise others in a given situation. Ability to perform algebraic calculations; ability to interpret data, critical thinking, ability to spell, read and comprehend, understand microprocessor equipment and departmental and hospital information system, and verbally communicate accurately and clearly. Ability to lift 25 pounds.
REQUIREMENTS
Full-Time
AM
HS Diploma or equivalent
**CB**
CPR/BLS