Cardiology Technician - PRN hours

Overview

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Care exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health Care seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission.

This position has the responsibility of performing routine electocardiography procedures throughout the hospital. The incumbent will also provide Holter Monitor hook-ups as needed for patients.

Responsibilities

Completes lead placement, calibration and operation of a Holter Monitor.

Completes electrocardiograph readings on patients as requested by various departments within the hospital.

Prepares and processes paperwork for electrocardiograph readings for physician’s review.

Performs minor maintenance and cleaning of equipment and restocks supplies.

Maintains accurate logs of patient information regarding electrocardiograph readings; Holter requests; Cardiac studies; and assists in maintaining filing cards and patient folders.

Prepares and processes billing paperwork.

Operates sophisticated computerized data acquisition equipment used in obtaining electrocardiograms of patients undergoing various stress procedures.

Assists the stress test proctor in monitoring patients throughout the course of the procedure.

Participates in training other Cardiac Technician positions in special procedures.

Performs medical procedures involving a treadmill / bicycle exercise tolerance tests, Thallium, Muga, and oxygen consumption stress tests.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Demonstrated potential ability to perform the essential functions as outlined above.

Ability to provide care to the population served.

Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient’s status and provide care as described in the department’s policies and procedures manual.

Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.

Qualifications

Required

• This is an entry level position.

All of the following license(s)

Physical Requirements

Climbing, Color Determination, Crawling, Far Vision, Near Vision, Tasting or Smelling, Walking, Stooping and Crouching, Standing, Speaking, Sitting, Reaching, Pulling and / or Pushing, Manual Dexterity, Listening, Lifting, Carrying

Multi-lingual Candidates Welcomed

To inquire about this posting, email : careers@hsc.utah.edu

EEO Statement

University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.

Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources office at 801-581-6500. If you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director / Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO / AA). More information, including the Director / Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at : www.utah.edu / nondiscrimination /

Online reports may be submitted atoeo.utah.edu /

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and / or drug screen.

Requisition Number 73957

Reg / Temp Regular

Employment Type PRN

Shift Rotating

Work Schedule Monday - Sunday-as needed

Location Name University of Utah Hospital

Workplace Set Up On-site

City SALT LAKE CITY

State UT

Department UUH ANC 25A NONINV CARD MON

Category Hidden (53373)

Workplace Set Up On-site