Per-Diem Non-Invasive Cardio Tech

Yale NewHaven Health; New London (CT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale NewHaven Health in New London, CT is seeking a Cardiology Support Technician responsible for preparing patients for stress testing, Holter and event monitors, and performing EKGs. This role requires at least 1 year of clinical healthcare experience, Cardiology experience with EKG or stress testing, and proficiency with Windows-based medical software and medical terminology.

You will maintain equipment, assist in rehab programs, and support departmental operations.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate required.
• 1 year of clinical experience in a healthcare setting required.
• Cardiology experience with EKG or stress testing required.
• PC experience using Windows-based medical software required.
• Medical terminology knowledge required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares Patients for Stress Testing (Regular and Nuclear) with clear explanations, attaches electrodes, monitors status, and handles paperwork.
• Prepares Patients for Holter and Event Monitor tests with instructions, electrode placement, and timely testing.
• Monitors patients in Cardiology rehab programs; operates related exercise equipment and monitors vital signs.
• Performs 12-lead and rhythm strip EKGs; interprets rhythms and charges tests; documents results.
• Obtains patient documents from HIS or Cardiology databases and maintains accuracy.
• Keeps EKG carts and stress equipment clean; safely operates all equipment per manufacturer specs.
• Cross-trains to other cardiology areas and meets performance expectations.
• Performs other duties to ensure smooth department operations.

Skills

Cardiology experience

EKG/Stress testing

Windows medical software

Medical terminology

Education

High School Graduate

Job description

Overview

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

Responsible For Non Invasive Cardiology Diagnostic Testing Including But Not Limited To: Holter Monitoring, Event Monitoring, Electrocardiograms, Stress Testing, Nuclear Stress Testing And Noninvasive Vascular Testing.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

• 1.Prepares Patients For Stress Testing (Both Regular And Nuclear Medicine) By Giving A Thorough And Clear Explanation Of Test, Risks And, Discharge Instructions, Place Electrodes Accurately, Assists In Monitoring Patient?S Status During Test, And Properly Charge Test And Process Paperwork.
• 2.Prepares Patients For Holter Monitor And Event Monitor Tests By Giving A Thorough And Clear Explanation Of Test Instructions, Place Electrodes Accurately, Charge Appropriate Test In A Timely Manner, And Records Serial Numbers In Hospital Information System (His).
• 3.Prepares And Monitors Patients In The Cardiac-Pulmonary Rehab Program. Has Knowledge And Skills In The Operation Of Related Exercise Equipment And Vital Sign Monitoring. Can Perform Selected Exercise Routines As Trained And Within Their Job Scope.
• 4.Performs Ekgs Both 12-Lead And Rhythm Strip On Adult And Pediatric Patients, Recognizes The Difference Between Artifact And Abnormal Rhythms, Properly Places Electrodes, Able To Troubleshoot Mechanical And Non-Routine Patients, Obtains Stat Interpretations Upon Request, Charts Ekgs To Their Appropriate Locations, And Charges Test.
• 5.Able To Obtain Pertinent Patient Documents Via Hospital Information System Or Cardiology/Ekg Management Database System. Assist In Maintaining Cardiology Management System Accuracy.
• 6.Maintains Cleanliness Of Ekg Carts, Stress Equipment, Holter Monitors And Event Monitors.
• 7.Safely Operates All Equipment According To Manufacturer Specification.
• 8.Cross Trains To Other Areas Of Cardiology Including But Not Limited To: Invasive Cardiology And Cardiac-Pulmonary Rehab As Appropriate.
• 9.Meets Performance Expectations For Customer Service, Teamwork, Resource Utilization, And Staff And Self- Development As Outlined In Performance Review.
• 10.Performs Other Duties As Assigned Or Directed To Ensure Smooth Operation Of The Department/Unit.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

High School Graduate.

EXPERIENCE

1 Year of clinical Experience In A Healthcare Setting Required. Cardiology Experience, 1 year of Experience With Ekg Or Stress Testing Exp required. Pc Experience Required Using Window Based Medical Software. Medical Terminology Required.

LICENSURE

Must Be Eligible To Become Certified In Cardiology Within A Year.

SPECIAL SKILLS

The Above Statements Reflect The General Duties And Responsibilities Necessary To Describe The Principal Functions Of The Job, As Identified, And Shall Not Be Considered An Exhaustive List Of Job Responsibilities Which May Be Inherent In The Position. Responsibilities Are Subject To Change.