What are the responsibilities and job description for the EKG Tech in Cardiology; PRN position at Bothwell Regional Health Center?
JOB TITLE: Cardiology Technician-EKG Tech
JOB CODE: 2460
JOB HOURS: Varies
JOB SUMMARY:
The Cardiology Technician is an allied health care worker who functions under the supervision of a physician and in accordance with Hospital approved procedures. This individual is responsible for the performance of diagnostic testing procedures on patients with deficiencies and abnormalities associated with the cardiopulmonary system.
The Cardiology Technician reports directly to the Cardiology Supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Education:
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Completion of Departmental Cardiology competencies.
- Licensure/Certification:
- None.
- Work Experience:
- Prior work experience in Cardiology.
RESPONSIBILITIES/JOB DUTIES:
- Performance of Cardiology Technician duties and additionally 24 Hour Holter Monitor scanning, or Nocturnal Desaturation Study analysis or Event Monitor education and hook-up.
- Cleaning and maintenance of all equipment involved in the performance of job responsibilities.
- Scheduling of patient testing and clerical duties as assigned.
- Assistance with cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Completion of all clinical, non-clinical, documentation, and charging procedures in accordance with Hospital and Departmental procedures.
- Other job duties as assigned.
REQUIRED STAFF COMPETENCIES:
- Demonstrates support for organizational and departmental mission.
- Supports and demonstrates knowledge of the Strategic Plan and the Hospital Key Initiatives.
- Fosters and promotes teamwork within department and the organization as a whole.
- Works to resolves conflicts constructively and in a timely manner.
- Ability to communicate effectively and simply with every customer and co-
worker.
- Ability to display a positive, courteous and friendly attitude toward all
contacts.
- Ability to build good relationships with others based upon a sustained effort of
mutual support toward common goals.
- Ability to exercise good judgment, reasoning and concentration to detail and to
take personal accountability for all actions in carrying out job duties.
- Is customer focused and committed to Quality and Process Improvement with
a strong desire to provide service excellence.
- Possesses and displays a strong knowledge and understanding of the standards of practice for their position including, if and when applicable, commensurate computer skills; population specific and general competencies; organizational skills, time and project management.
- Possesses a vigorous and enthusiastic desire to learn and to grow both personally and professionally, and to improve one's skills in order to deliver the best possible care for our customers.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
1. Works indoors in well-lighted and ventilated environment.
2. Has direct patient contact with possible exposure to communicable diseases.
3. Subject to frequent interruptions.
4. Frequently required to make independent decisions.
