Radiology - Echo Tech

Cynet Health; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Cynet Health is seeking a Radiology Echo Tech (Cardiology Technician) for a 13-week assignment in Palo Alto. The role focuses on conducting and recording electrocardiograms, attaching ambulatory monitors, and training staff in ECG procedures.

The ideal candidate has at least one year of related experience, strong patient service skills, and knowledge of cardiac monitoring and ECG equipment. The position runs days, 8-hour shifts, with emphasis on accuracy and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Leadership and patient interaction in a high-volume setting.
• Strong customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and staff.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Problem-solve using appropriate resources.
• Provide care per department policies and procedures.
• English speaking, reading and writing skills at job level.
• Knowledge of basic nursing and medical terminology.
• Knowledge of cardiac monitoring methods and procedures.
• Knowledge of computer systems and software used in the area.
• Knowledge of patient records protocols.
• Knowledge of emergency response role.
• Typing speed 40 words per minute.
• Familiarity with ECG equipment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and record electrocardiograms according to procedures.
• Attach and explain ambulatory cardiac monitors to patients.
• Instruct patients on activity and record-keeping during monitoring.
• Process ambulatory monitor tapes and transmissions.
• Maintain patient data files and assist in staff training.
• Assist in development and implementation of department policies.
• Establish performance standards for ECG staff.
• Coordinate with Clinical Engineering for equipment issues and maintenance.
• Explain computer analysis systems and processed data to staff and visitors.
• Record interpretations of Holters and mail results to physicians.
• Maintain ECG machines, event monitors, and supplies; ensure equipment is clean and functional.
• Prepare patients and assist physicians and nurses during stress tests when applicable.
• Provide training for other technicians and contribute to quality assurance data.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Confidentiality

Problem solving

Patient care

English proficiency

Nursing terminology

Cardiac monitoring knowledge

Tools

ECG equipment

Holter/monitor software

Event monitors

ECG Tracemaster

Job description

Radiology - Echo Tech

Profession: Cardiology Technician

Specialty: -

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Days

Hours per Shift: 8 hours

Experience: Minimum of one year of related work experience

License: N/A

Certifications: N/A

Must-Have:

• Ability to demonstrate leadership skills and the ability to interact appropriately with patients and other staff.
• Ability to demonstrate customer service skills in interactions with all patients, families, and staff, including high volume and stressful situations.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Ability to problem-solve effectively using appropriate resources.
• Ability to provide care as needed and as described in the department's policies and procedures.
• Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English effectively at a level appropriate for the job.
• Knowledge of basic nursing and medical terminology.
• Knowledge of cardiac monitoring methods, practices, and procedures.
• Knowledge of computer systems and software used in the functional area.
• Knowledge of protocols for patient records.
• Knowledge of role in emergency response.
• Skill in typing 40 words per minute.
• Skill in the use of monitoring equipment, including electrocardiogram (ECG) equipment.

Description:Under the supervision of the ECG Lab Supervisor and the Department Manager, the Cardiology Technician II conducts and records electrocardiograms according to established procedures.The technician is responsible for attaching and explaining the ambulatory cardiac monitors and their use to patients.This includes instructing patients on the proper activity and record-keeping during the monitored period.The Cardiology Technician II also processes ambulatory cardiac monitor tapes and transmissions.They maintain patient data files and assist in training staff and implementing departmental policies and procedures.Essential functions include assisting in research projects.The technician assists in the development of new policies and procedures for the department.They help establish performance standards for ECG Tech staff.The technician contacts Clinical Engineering for assistance with equipment malfunctions.They ensure that all computer equipment is in good working condition.The technician explains computer analysis systems and/or processed data to faculty, house staff, fellows, and visitors.They instruct patients on the use of event monitors and assist in interpretation.The technician is responsible for the computer processing of Holter tapes and event monitor transmissions.They apply theoretical knowledge to identify and quantify recorded arrhythmias, checking the accuracy of analysis.Occasionally, they interpret clinical results and respond to emergency calls.The technician maintains data files on monitored patients and on computer performance indices.They record interpretations of Holters in logbooks, type, copy, and mail results to referring physicians.The technician is responsible for maintaining electrocardiogram machines, event monitors, and necessary supplies.Equipment maintenance includes recharging batteries, cleaning, and inspecting monitors and playback units daily.They periodically evaluate the computer and electrostatic printer/plotter for proper operation.The technician prepares patients and assists physicians and stress test nurses when appropriate.They provide training for other technicians.The technician records cardiograms from in-patients and out-patients using electrocardiogram machines, Holter monitors, and cardiac event monitors, according to departmental standards.They are responsible for ECG Tracemaster system duties, including preparing statistical reports.The technician works with the Lab Supervisor and Manager to establish quality controls and collect quality assurance data.They ensure that quality ECG service is maintained by collaborating with other departments.The technician evaluates needs and obtains information related to systems updates from software vendors.