EKG/Holter Scanner

TuftsMedicine; United States; On-site; USD 33,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

TuftsMedicine seeks a cardiology technologist to provide medical and clinical support, performing Holter scanning and other cardiology procedures under supervision. You'll evaluate conditions, document results, and ensure timely reports to cardiologists, while maintaining supplies and supporting quality improvement.

The role requires a high school diploma, Cardiac Dysrhythmia course or Holter experience, and ability to work 30 hours per week (Tue/Wed/Fri shifts) at MelroseWakefield Hospital.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certificate of Cardiac Dysrhythmia course or 1 year Holter monitoring experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs cardiology procedures including Holter scanning with independence and accuracy.
• Follows hospital protocols and produces quality studies in a timely manner.
• Documents patient information, processes reports, files and delivers reports timely.
• Notifies Cardiologist of EKGs, Holter and Ambulatory Monitor transmissions needing interpretation.
• Downloads and scans Holter Monitors and ensures quality results.
• Coordinates stress tests with MDs and Nuclear Medicine staff for quality interpretation.

Skills

Medical terminology

Emergency response

Clerical skills

Cardiac arrhythmias

Dangerous arrhythmias recognition

Interpersonal communication

Operate department equipment

Education

High school diploma

Cardiac Dysrhythmia course

Core competency checklist

Tools

Holter monitor equipment

EKG/Stress test equipment

Job description

Job Profile Summary

This role focuses on providing medical and clinical support services to patients. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Cardiology related duties: Evaluates physical conditions related to blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and heart chambers by utilizing specialized imaging and other diagnostic techniques. A clinical technologist role that has specialized knowledge or skills gained through a combination of vocational education, training, and experience. This role will be most commonly applied to patient care and/or scientific/laboratory jobs. An experienced level role requiring basic knowledge of job procedures and tools obtained through work experience and requiring vocational or technical education. Works under moderate supervision, works through problems of a routine nature, but may at times require interpretation or deviation from standard procedures and communicates information that requires some explanation or interpretation.

Job Overview

Under the direction of supervising clinical leader, effectively performs cardiology procedures including Holter Scanning that follow cardiology standards in a safe, accurate and timely manner, which are necessary to allow the cardiologist and/or physician to make a cardiological diagnosis. Performs a variety of technical procedures requiring independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative. Maintains and monitors department supplies. Continuously strives to develop/improve relationships with all customers. Actively participates in department quality improvement/assurance.

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications:

• 1. High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2. Certificate of completion of Cardiac Dysrhythmia course and core competency checklist OR One (1) year experience with scanning Holter monitors.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• 1. Accurately performs all aspects of the cardiographer position. Completes administrative portion, performs high quality exams and works well independently.
• 2. Follows hospital protocol for exam routines and produces quality studies in an efficient, timely manner.
• 3. Completes the procedure in an effective and efficient manner, i.e. properly documents all patient information, process reports, files and delivers reports in a timely manner, re-supply stock, clean and prepare exam/stress rooms, supplies monitor kits to ensure timely response time, tech edit, print and post daily schedule.
• 4. Notifies Cardiologist of EKG's, Holter Monitor Scans and Ambulatory Event Monitor transmissions that need prompt interpretation.
• 5. Accurately downloads and scans Holter Monitors.
• 6. Assures quality Holter Monitor scans that meet the expectations of the cardiologists.
• 7. Works in conjunction with the MD's, Nuclear Medicine techs to ensure quality Stress Tests that meet the expectations of the Cardiologist for interpretation.
• 8. Able to facilitate the stress lab to ensure safe and efficient stress tests. Including calling IV therapy, medical floors, MD and Nuclear Medicine tech in a timely manner.
• 9. Notifies cardiologist of dangerous arrhythmias.
• 10. Troubleshoots above equipment and notify Aces of any technical problems.
• 11. Ensures all cardiology reports are left in proper location for Cardiologist's interpretation.
• 12. Educates each patient in a professional manner, explanation includes what the patient should expect and the timeliness of the exam.
• 13. Responds to changes and/or stats in the work schedule in a calm and appropriate manner. Demonstrates the ability to utilize time to the department's advantage.
• 14. Is flexible and will adjust personal schedule to cover shifts, call or to complete workload.

Hours: Full-Time, 30hrs/Week, Tuesday/Wednesday/Friday 6:30am-5pm

Location: MelroseWakefield Hospital - Melrose, MA

Physical Requirements:

• 1. Frequent sitting, occasional standing, and lifting 5-10 pounds.
• 2. Manual dexterity using fine hand manipulation to operate computer keyboard.
• 3. Requires ability to see computer screen and reports.

Skills & Abilities:

• 1. Knowledge of medical terminology.
• 2. Ability to react in emergency situations.
• 3. Clerical Skills.
• 4. Knowledge of Cardiac Arrhythmias.
• 5. Able to recognize dangerous Arrhythmias.
• 6. Demonstrates good interpersonal communication skills in encounters with patient, staff members, physicians, and personnel from other departments.
• 7. Demonstrates the ability to operate all equipment in the department or has requested training in the specific areas.

MelroseWakefield Healthcare is a coordinated system of hospitals, physician practices and community-based services providing care for communities throughout north suburban Boston. We are distinguished by the range of clinical care and services we provide locally for the continuum of care in clinical collaborati