University of Southern California
EKGTechnician-Cardiology-FullTime8HourRotatingShift(Non-Exempt)(Union)
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“EKG Technician - Cardiology - Full Time 8 Hour Rotating Shift (Non-Exempt) (Union) at University of Southern California. Skills: EKG, Cardiology, Patient Care. Performs technically adequate ECGs. Collection of ECG data from ECG Machines”
What You'll Achieve.
insure high quality diagnostic studies
Industry & Context.
Exercises sound judgment in relating physicians order to the actual condition and need of the patient
Ability to perform right-sided precordial leads (V4R, V5R, V6R) and posterior leads (V7, V8, V9), Ability to perform serial 12-lead EKGs, Ability to recognize EKG tracings appropriate for patients with pacemakers and AICD's and make appropriate technical settings accordingly
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
High School or equivalent, Completion of EKG certification, 2 years Experience in a Hospital based Non-Invasive Cardiology Lab performing 12-lead ECG’s, Ability to perform right-sided precordial leads (V4R, V5R, V6R) and posterior leads (V7, V8, V9), Ability to perform serial 12-lead EKGs, Ability to recognize EKG tracings appropriate for patients with pacemakers and AICD's and make appropriate technical settings accordingly, Demonstrates ability to effectively work with physicians, staff, and patients
Nice to Have
Preferred experience performing Exercise and Chemical Stress Studies, and Holter and Event Monitors set up and review
What You'll Do.
Performs technically adequate ECGs
Collection of ECG data from ECG Machines
Assists in transportation of patients
Prepares ECG for interpretation
Maintenance and stocking of supplies
Reporting critical values to licensed caregiver
Establishing and maintaining courteous relationships
Responds timely to STAT ECG
Participates in department Performance Improvement projects
Provides care appropriate to age-related needs
Works in conjunction with Cardiology Nurse
Reports and documents unusual or critical values
Prepares accurate charges documents
Maintains accurate patient records
Documents studies in Department Log Sheet
Maintaining department supply levels
Uses all equipment properly
Performs proper cleaning of laboratory equipment
Maintains a clean work area
Exercises sound judgment
Consults with Supervisor and Physician
Performs other tasks as assigned
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
establishing and maintaining courteous, cooperative service oriented relationships with patients, public and other members of the healthcare team; Works in conjunction with the Cardiology Nurse and Supervisor to insure high quality diagnostic studies
Full Job Description
As an integral part of the Cardiology Department, the EKG Tech performs non-invasive Cardiology diagnostic procedures. **Essential Duties:** * Performs technically adequate ECGs * Responsible for collection of ECG data from ECG Machines Hospital wide; downloads data into ECG Database and insures proper billing of ECG studies * Assists in transportation of patients to and from the Cardiology department * Prepares ECG for interpretation by cardiologists * Responsible for maintenance and stocking of supplies on ECG carts * Responsible for reporting critical values to licensed caregiver * Responsible for establishing and maintaining courteous, cooperative service oriented relationships with patients, public and other members of the healthcare team * Responsible for providing a clean, safe environment for patients and visitors * Responds timely to STAT ECG as per departmental policy and procedure * Participates in department Performance Improvement projects * Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to any age-related needs of the patients served in his/her assigned unit * Works in conjunction with the Cardiology Nurse and Supervisor to insure high quality diagnostic studies * Reports and documents unusual or critical values to Attending Cardiologist in a timely and appropriate manner * Prepares accurate charges documents, maintains accurate and meaningful patient records, and documents studies in Department Log Sheet in a timely manner * Responsible for maintaining department supply levels * Uses all equipment properly * Performs proper cleaning of laboratory equipment, including high-level disinfection of TEE probes * Maintains a clean work area * Exercises sound judgment in relating physicians order to the actual condition and need of the patient * Consults with the Supervisor and Attending or Ordering Physician when indicated * Performs other tasks as assigned by Supervisor **Required Qualifications:** * Req High School or equivalen
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