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Cardiology Technician (1.0 FTE)

Employer
Essentia Health
Location
Duluth, MN
Salary
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Building Location: St Marys Medical Center

Department: 12720 Non Invasive

Job Description: The Cardiology Technician Prepares patients aged pediatric through geriatric for cardiac stress test procedure to ensure a successful procedure is performed, including but not limited to:

Provides patient with clear and concise information regarding procedure to be performed. Ensures informed consent for procedure is understood and signed by patient prior to procedure.
Takes and documents baseline vital signs.
Accurately documents patient history pertinent to procedure and ensures all required information is available at the time of the procedure.
Establishes IV access using aseptic technique as required for procedure; Attaches ECG electrodes as required for procedure and ensures waveforms are artifact free.
Functions as an integral member of the cardiac stress test team during all variations of stress test protocols in order that testing procedures are performed effectively by the team.
Activities include but are not limited to: Operating computerized stress test system demonstrating complete understanding of the various controls, messages, and warnings of the system; Instructing patients on proper techniques of beginning and ending exercise to facilitate a safe environment; Monitoring patients' hemodynamic/physiological status throughout procedure and accurately documents results; Recognizing normal hemodynamic/physiological values and communicates deviations to cardiologist or exercise physiologist throughout procedure; Initiating appropriate actions based on interpretation of hemodynamic/physiological changes; Performing medication calculations for pharmacologic stress testing and programs infusion pump to administer medication accurately and documents results.
Documents procedural data assuring all information is completely and accurately obtained; compiles procedure report for physician review.
Facilitates a safe environment during nuclear cardiac stress tests to maintain radiation exposure to minimal levels. Administers radioisotopes for
nuclear image based stress testing following department of radiology and medical center protocol.
Limits radiation exposure by utilizing principles of shielding, distance, and time. Monitors self and others within non-invasive lab for radiation safety ensuring all team members
follow radiation safety guidelines. Performs and documents room surveys at specified times to monitor for radioactivity.
Prepares patients ages pediatric through geriatric for ambulatory ECG and event monitoring, providing patients with clear and concise instructions regarding test to be performed. Accurately attaches ECG electrodes and connects monitoring equipment and verifies artifact-free tracing.
Orients patient to event documentation requirements of 24 and 48 hour monitoring and event transmission for 30-day monitoring.
Analyzes and provides technical interpretation of ECG tracings in order to provide other members of the team with information on which they must take action.
Thoroughly scans and documents findings of 24 and 48 hour recordings. Recognizes normal EC G and identifies deviations and communicates life threatening arrythmias to cardiologists immediately.
Documents analyzed EC G data, assuring all information is completely and accurately obtained; compiles procedure report for physician review. Receives 30-day event monitoring data from monitoring company; compiles report for physician review. Coordinates ambulatory monitoring services of outreach sites throughout region.
Performs and documents Ankle/Brachial Index (ABI) screening for patients meeting criteria, per department procedure.
Assists with record keeping responsibilities within the non-invasive cardiovascular lab to ensure accurate patient information for medical records and billing.
Participates in activities to enhances professional growth and development.

Education Qualifications:
Associate degree in Cardiovascular Technology or Exercise Science OR Associate degree in Allied Health and minimum of one year cardiac stress test experience.


Licensure/CertificationQualifications:

FTE: 1

Shift Rotation: Day/Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time: Variable

Shift End Time: Variable

Weekends: Yes

Holidays: Yes

Call Obligation: No

Union: USWA Technical Workers SMMC (UTECH)

Union Posting Deadline: 05/30/2018 11pm

Company

Find your calling. Essentia Health seeks employees who embrace our commitment to patient- and family-centered care in communities both large and small. We're looking for people who are committed to making patients and their families feel known and understood. People who understand what it means to be Here with you. People who are willing to use their strengths to help others.

Essentia Health currently employs more than 11,500 people, including more than 1,500 physicians and advanced practitioners. Each employee plays a vital role in fulfilling our mission of making a healthy difference in people's lives. And, many of our employees believe they have been "called" to do this important work. Perhaps you are one of those people.

How do different cultures play a part in your organization? Essentia Health is dedicated to inclusion and diversity, ensuring a welcoming and respectful culture for our employees. We celebrate and respect the values of all individuals and are committed to providing inclusion to all at Essentia Health.

What skills, education, and experiences does your ideal candidate(s) have? We hire a high variety of different positions, so they all have slightly different skillsets required! For all of our positions we love to see candidates with a consistent work history, positive attitude, and a passion for helping others!

How would you describe the company leadership/team management? Our leadership team is passionate about providing the best patient care, which starts with having a great team! Our leadership team wants to see our staff grow within our organization, and there are many career growth opportunities available!

Where do you see the company/organization in the upcoming years? We are continuing to grow and evolve to better serve our patients and community!

What do you feel candidates need to know about the company before applying? •You will need to apply online and you will need an active email address to apply.
•Please apply via EssentiaCareers.org
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•Due to COVID-19, we are only doing virtual interviews at this time – Here are some tips & tricks for virtual interviews:
oBe in a quiet place
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oPretend like it is an in-person interview!

 

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