Cardiac ECG & Stress Test Technician

Alameda Health Sytem

Oakland (CA)

Hybrid

USD 52,000 - 62,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Alameda Health System in Oakland seeks an Electrocardiograph Technician to perform ECGs, stress tests, Holter monitoring and pacemaker evaluations under supervision. You will prepare patients, apply electrodes, enter data, and assist physicians during invasive cardiology procedures.

The role requires graduation from an approved Electrocardiograph/Cardiology Technician program, BLS certification, and CET/CCT/EKG certification. Relevant experience and patient privacy are essential.

Qualifications

Graduation from an approved school as Electrocardiograph Technician, Cardiology Technician, or Medical Assistant.
BLS - Basic Life Support Certification required.
Possession of CET, CCT, or EKG Technician certification.

Responsibilities

Assist Cardiologist with invasive procedures as directed.
Assist Chief Cardiology Technologist with Quality Improvement monitoring activities.
Explain examination to patient, obtain cooperation, maintain privacy, apply electrodes, attach leads, enter patient data, acquire 12-lead ECG, perform preliminary interpretation, notify MD of life-threatening conditions.
Maintain files and prepare ECGs for interpretation, including reviewing previous examinations.
Prepare Holter Monitor procedures, explain to patient, prepare recorder, attach electrodes, and perform preliminary interpretation of recordings.
Prepare patients for Pacemaker evaluation and assist during invasive procedures.
Prepare patients for Stress Testing, explain procedure, apply electrodes, enter data, acquire initial ECGs, demonstrate examination, assist with the test.
Type examination reports using a PC and word processing software.
Utilize hospital information system to generate orders and for charging examinations.