Cardiology Technician

The University of Kansas Health System; Liberty (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty Hospital is seeking a Cardiology Technician to perform ECGs, stress tests, and Holter monitor hookups. You will assist physicians, document procedures, and ensure equipment is clean and ready for use.

The role requires an EMT or paramedic background, a high school diploma or GED, and certification in CPR/AED/BLS within 90 days. Experience with accounting of billing for cardiac tests is a plus. This is a full-time position at the Liberty Hospital site.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Arrhythmia course within 90 days.
• Minimum six months performing cardiac procedures or EKG and Stress Test procedures.
• Minimum six months work experience as an EMT or paramedic.
• CPR/AED/BLS certification within 90 days is required.

Responsibilities

• Performs ECGs, stress tests, and Holter monitor hookups.
• Maintains accurate billing for EKGs, Holter monitors, and stress testing.
• Prepares patient for procedures and assists physician during stress tests.
• Explains Holter monitor procedures and performs Holter scans.
• Cleans and maintains equipment and ensures all procedures are documented.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Arrhythmia course

EMT/paramedic experience

CPR/BLS

Job description

Position Title

Cardiology Technician

Liberty Hospital

Position Summary / Career Interest:

Performs ECG’s, Stress Tests, and Holter Monitor hook-ups. Performs related medical record charting and filing. The employees is also responsible for accurate charting and record maintenance.

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions

• Performs EKG following explanation of procedure to patient and completion of required paperwork.
• Maintaining correct billing of EKGs, Holter monitors, and Stress testing.
• Prepares patient for procedure and assists physician during stress test.
• Prepares the patient and explains Holter monitor procedure and performs Holter monitor scans.
• Cleans and maintains equipment.
• Ability to use all forms of stress equipment.
• Charts all procedures on IP and takes OP results to Medical Records.
• Performs CPR when asked and responds to Trauma and Code Blues.
• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
• These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Preferred Education and Experience

• High School Graduate or GED.
• Arrhythmia course within 90 days.
• Minimum six (6) months performing cardiac procedures or EKG and Stress Test procedures
• Minimum six (6) month work experience as an EMT and or paramedic.

Required Licensure and Certification

• CPR/ AED/ BLS - Other BLS within 90 Days

Preferred Licensure and Certification

• National EKG Certification

Time Type:

Full time

Job Requisition ID:

R-58960

Important information for you to know as you apply:

• The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.

• The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link [e-mail].

• Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.