What are the responsibilities and job description for the Non-Invasive Cardiology Technician position at Singing River Health System?
Non-Invasive Cardiology Technician
Ocean Springs Hospital | Full-Time | Rotating Shift, M-F, 6:30AM - 5PM, Weekend and Holiday Call requirements |
3109 Bienville Blvd
Ocean Springs, Mississippi, 39564
United States
Position Overview
The Non-Invasive Cardiology Technician provides efficient and effective diagnostic services to patients in the Non-Invasive Cardiology Department at Singing River Health System. The Technician performs the following special procedures: Electrocardiograms (ECG, SAECG); Cardiac Stress Tests; Electroencephalograms (EEG); Tilt Table Studies; and Holter Monitor Studies. The Non-Invasive Cardiology Technician is competent with departmental documentation and workflow within the cardiology data managements systems. The Non-Invasive Cardiology Technician evaluates diagnostic benefits of services rendered to patients; discusses any difficulties his or her patient might be having with a particular procedure with the patient’s physician; and, evaluates the quality of technical procedures and/or studies in order to facilitate accurate interpretation for diagnostic purposes.
DISCLAIMER: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this intends to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks performed as assigned.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required. Certification courses in electrodiagnostic from an accredited institution preferred.
License
N/A
Certifications
Required to complete and maintain current BCLS certification upon hire and/or transfer. ACLS preferred. Certified Rhythm Analysis Technician (CRAT) or Cardiographic Technician (CCT) by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) preferred. Registered EEG Technician by the American Board of Registry EEG Technician (ABRET) preferred.
Must have de-escalation training completed by the end of position orientation (90 days); must have appropriate level of de-escalation training.
Experience
Previous work experience or training under the supervision of an experienced Technician in electrodiagnostic services preferred.
Reports To
Team Leader Non-Invasive Cardiology
Supervises
None
Physical Demands
Work is moderately active: involves sitting with frequent requirements to move about the office, move about the facility, and to travel to another facility within the SRHS service area. Work involves exerting a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
Work involves using many physical motions in performing daily work activities; subject to exposure of body fluids, sputum and tissues, which may carry the hazard of infectious disease. Work involves using repetitive motions: substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and or fingers while operating standard office equipment such as computer keyboard.
Work involves being able to perceive the nature of sound at normal speaking levels with or without correction; the ability to make fine discriminations in sound. Work requires close visual and acuity and the ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus, i.e. shift gaze from viewing a computer monitor to forms/printed material that are closer to compare data at close vision.
Must be able to be active for extended periods of time without experiencing undue fatigue. Must be able to work schedules assigned with the understanding that changes may be instituted according to the needs of the hospital for off days, shifts or weekends.
Mental Demands
Must demonstrate keen mental faculties/assessment and decision making abilities. Must demonstrate superior communication/speaking/enunciation skills to receive and give information in person and by telephone. Must demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills. Must possess emotional stability conducive to dealing with high stress levels. Must demonstrate ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task in complex situations is required. Must have the ability to maintain collaborative and respectable working relationships throughout SRHS and other organizations
Special Demands
Must possess superior customer service skills and professional etiquette. Must possess proficient knowledge and ability to use a computer (must be keyboard proficient) and other office technology (i.e., telephone, fax, etc.), MS Outlook and Word.
Must be able to demonstrate appropriate clinical judgment and apply appropriate professional skills to a patient population of all ages.
Ocean Springs Hospital | Full-Time | Rotating Shift, M-F, 6:30AM - 5PM, Weekend and Holiday Call requirements |
3109 Bienville Blvd
Ocean Springs, Mississippi, 39564
United States
Position Overview
The Non-Invasive Cardiology Technician provides efficient and effective diagnostic services to patients in the Non-Invasive Cardiology Department at Singing River Health System. The Technician performs the following special procedures: Electrocardiograms (ECG, SAECG); Cardiac Stress Tests; Electroencephalograms (EEG); Tilt Table Studies; and Holter Monitor Studies. The Non-Invasive Cardiology Technician is competent with departmental documentation and workflow within the cardiology data managements systems. The Non-Invasive Cardiology Technician evaluates diagnostic benefits of services rendered to patients; discusses any difficulties his or her patient might be having with a particular procedure with the patient’s physician; and, evaluates the quality of technical procedures and/or studies in order to facilitate accurate interpretation for diagnostic purposes.
DISCLAIMER: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this intends to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks performed as assigned.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required. Certification courses in electrodiagnostic from an accredited institution preferred.
License
N/A
Certifications
Required to complete and maintain current BCLS certification upon hire and/or transfer. ACLS preferred. Certified Rhythm Analysis Technician (CRAT) or Cardiographic Technician (CCT) by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) preferred. Registered EEG Technician by the American Board of Registry EEG Technician (ABRET) preferred.
Must have de-escalation training completed by the end of position orientation (90 days); must have appropriate level of de-escalation training.
Experience
Previous work experience or training under the supervision of an experienced Technician in electrodiagnostic services preferred.
Reports To
Team Leader Non-Invasive Cardiology
Supervises
None
Physical Demands
Work is moderately active: involves sitting with frequent requirements to move about the office, move about the facility, and to travel to another facility within the SRHS service area. Work involves exerting a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
Work involves using many physical motions in performing daily work activities; subject to exposure of body fluids, sputum and tissues, which may carry the hazard of infectious disease. Work involves using repetitive motions: substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and or fingers while operating standard office equipment such as computer keyboard.
Work involves being able to perceive the nature of sound at normal speaking levels with or without correction; the ability to make fine discriminations in sound. Work requires close visual and acuity and the ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus, i.e. shift gaze from viewing a computer monitor to forms/printed material that are closer to compare data at close vision.
Must be able to be active for extended periods of time without experiencing undue fatigue. Must be able to work schedules assigned with the understanding that changes may be instituted according to the needs of the hospital for off days, shifts or weekends.
Mental Demands
Must demonstrate keen mental faculties/assessment and decision making abilities. Must demonstrate superior communication/speaking/enunciation skills to receive and give information in person and by telephone. Must demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills. Must possess emotional stability conducive to dealing with high stress levels. Must demonstrate ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task in complex situations is required. Must have the ability to maintain collaborative and respectable working relationships throughout SRHS and other organizations
Special Demands
Must possess superior customer service skills and professional etiquette. Must possess proficient knowledge and ability to use a computer (must be keyboard proficient) and other office technology (i.e., telephone, fax, etc.), MS Outlook and Word.
Must be able to demonstrate appropriate clinical judgment and apply appropriate professional skills to a patient population of all ages.
