Job Detail

SUMMARY: Performs any non-invasive cardiac test available through the Cardiac Testing Center as well as a variety of cardiac procedures at a skilled technical level. Assists Physician/RN in other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or general education degree required. Minimum one-year clinical background required, with knowledge of cardiac procedures, such as EKG, stress treadmill, and basic arrhythmia. Medical terminology preferred. Completion of an approved electro-cardio graphic techniques course required.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS: EKG Certification required and Medical Assistant Certification preferred. Current AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association certification required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Essential functions are those tasks, duties and responsibilities that comprise the means of accomplishing the job’s purpose and objectives. Essential functions are critical or fundamental to the performance of the job. They are the major functions for which the person in the job is held accountable. Note: (other duties may be assigned, deleted or changed at any time, at the discretion of management, formally, or informally, either verbally or in writing).

• Thorough knowledge of test data to ensure safe and accurate completion.
• Promptly report preliminary reports of abnormal findings of moderate to severe consequences as it pertains to the medical wellbeing of the patient.
• Responsible for assistance and recognition of an emergency that may arise in the department or at a patient’s bedside (i.e. Code Blue, etc).
• Responsible for maintenance of patient data and compiling test results for permanent records.
• Utilizes order entry system to access orders and complete exams
• Utilizes order entry system to access orders and complete orders.
• Maintain work area in a clean and orderly manner
• Demonstrate an understanding of the RMC policies and procedures, and interact with patients, physicians, staff, and visitors in a way that demonstrate caring and that reflect the RMC mission and philosophy.

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
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