What are the responsibilities and job description for the Arrhythmia Tech I position at CommonSpirit Health?
*Overview*
CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With more than 700 care sites across the U.S. & from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community.
*Responsibilities*
The Arrhythmia Technician is responsible for coordinating the patient flow to obtain requested tracings and vital signs for imaging and non-imaging studies. Required to perform assigned cardiology diagnostic tests, including but not limited to ECGs, treadmills, Holters, and event monitors.
Conduct treadmill tests, including patient preparation, test performance, and patient recovery.
Ensure correct lead placement and operates stress testing equipment, including entry of applicable patient data.
Prepare reports of test results for interpretation by the physician.
Perform Holter scans, signal average electrocardiograms (ECGs), may scan Holter acquisitions and review data to identify abnormalities.
Schedule patients for diagnostic testing and follows up to ensure completion of testing.
Escalate non-routine issues to the practice manager or physician.
Communicate with physicians, managers, and co-workers as appropriate about changes in patient's clinical conditions while undergoing or after echocardiogram/stress testing.
Prepare testing rooms and maintains daily cleaning list.
Perform other duties as assigned by practice manager or physician.
*Qualifications*
Education / Accreditation / Licensure (required & Preferred)
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Registered Cardiography Technician preferred.
Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Care Life Support (ACLS) required.
Experience (required And Preferred)
1 year cardiovascular experience required
*Pay Range*
$16.30 - $22.42 /hour
CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With more than 700 care sites across the U.S. & from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community.
*Responsibilities*
The Arrhythmia Technician is responsible for coordinating the patient flow to obtain requested tracings and vital signs for imaging and non-imaging studies. Required to perform assigned cardiology diagnostic tests, including but not limited to ECGs, treadmills, Holters, and event monitors.
Conduct treadmill tests, including patient preparation, test performance, and patient recovery.
Ensure correct lead placement and operates stress testing equipment, including entry of applicable patient data.
Prepare reports of test results for interpretation by the physician.
Perform Holter scans, signal average electrocardiograms (ECGs), may scan Holter acquisitions and review data to identify abnormalities.
Schedule patients for diagnostic testing and follows up to ensure completion of testing.
Escalate non-routine issues to the practice manager or physician.
Communicate with physicians, managers, and co-workers as appropriate about changes in patient's clinical conditions while undergoing or after echocardiogram/stress testing.
Prepare testing rooms and maintains daily cleaning list.
Perform other duties as assigned by practice manager or physician.
*Qualifications*
Education / Accreditation / Licensure (required & Preferred)
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Registered Cardiography Technician preferred.
Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Care Life Support (ACLS) required.
Experience (required And Preferred)
1 year cardiovascular experience required
*Pay Range*
$16.30 - $22.42 /hour
Salary : $16 - $22
