Heart Station Technician

Arkansas Children's Hospital; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkansas Children's Hospital is seeking a Heart Station Tech in Springdale. The role supports triage in the clinic, performs EKGs and Holter/event monitoring, and assists with stress testing under provider supervision. A high school diploma or GED is required; an associate degree is preferred.

Some experience in cardiac care is beneficial. This position is full-time and on-site at the Heart Station in Springdale.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of cardiac arrhythmias.
• Experience with EKGs and patient care is helpful.
• Ability to triage patients and communicate with families.

Responsibilities

• Performs Electrocardiograms and communicates issues with physicians.
• Applies and scans Holter and event monitors; returns monitors on time.
• Conducts cardiac stress tests under provider supervision and completes reports.
• Assists with pacemaker evaluation and Paceart evaluations; supports billing.
• Maintains and inspects departmental equipment daily for cleanliness and safety.
• Documents patient care and related tasks following department guidelines.
• Supports admission, transfer and discharge as directed by licensed staff.

Skills

Cardiac Arrhythmias

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's Degree

Job description

ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS A TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE. FLU VACCINES ARE REQUIRED. ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS OR ANY OTHER CHARACTERISTIC PROTECTED BY FEDERAL, STATE, OR LOCAL LAWS.

This position has been designated as safety sensitive and cannot be filled by a candidate who is a current user of medical marijuana.

Work Shift:

Please see job description for details.

Time Type:

Full time

Department:

CC094191 Heart Station

Summary:

Springdale Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm

Salary:

Most new hires start between $18.30-$22.80 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

Additional Information:

The Heart Station Tech has basic understanding of Cardiac Arrhythmias. The Heart Station Tech helps with triage of patients in clinic, performs EKG's, applies and scans Holters and Event monitors, and performs Cardiac Stress Testing. The Tech Prepares Pacemaker/ICD electronic transmissions for interpretation.

Required Education:

High school diploma or GED or equivalent

Recommended Education:

Associate's Degree in a related field of study.

Required Work Experience:

High School Diploma/GED, or 2 years of experience in lieu of a diploma/GED.

Description

1. Performs Electrocardiograms. Processes results, reviews charges, and communicates with interpreting physicians when there are system issues.

2. Applies and scans Holter and event monitors. Manages return of monitors, and communicates with families when monitors are overdue.

3. Performs Cardiac stress test with overseeing Providers. Manages order to completed reports.

4. Assist with pacemaker evaluation and Paceart Evaluations. Assures billing is completed in timely fashion.

5. Maintains and Inspects Departmental equipment daily for cleanliness or any malfunctions.

6. Completes patient care (may include V/S, heights, weights, head circumference, and other patient care related assignments) in a safe, efficient and timely manner.

7. Documents patient care and other assignments according to department guidelines and assists with admission, transfer and discharge as directed by licensed staff.

8. Performs other duties as assigned.