ECG Hospital Lab Technician 3

Job description

The Hospital Lab Tecnician 3 works under the direct supervision of the Electrocardiogram (ECG) and Cardiac Stress Lab Supervisor to assist in the accomplishment of the laboratory objectives including: cardiac stress testing, cardiac monitoring device application, electrocardiogram (ECG) acquisition, scheduling, and other clerical duties. Provides guidance, expertise and support to other hospital lab technician staff in providing and coordinating stress testing services with the Nuclear Medicine and Echo Departments at applicable sites. Functions as a resource to the Advanced Practice Provider (ie: Nurse Practitioner), Nursing staff, and the Medical Director of the ECG/Cardiac Stress Testing Lab. Supports the hookup, monitoring, and test completion duties of complex cardiac stress testing under the direction of a clinical provider (i.e. RN, NP, or MD). Supports other functions of the department including registration, application, and result reporting of cardiac monitoring devices.
of time
Essential Function (Yes/No )
Key Responsibilities
50
Yes
Assists with the performance of cardiac stress tests including advanced monitoring, such as arrhythmia detection, with Advanced Practice Provider (App)/Physician/RN in attendance according to department procedures. Prepares patients for testing and ensures that service expectations meet or exceed customer expectations including correctly placing electrodes on patient for monitoring during stress test studies and ensuring diagnostic electrocardiogram tracing quality. Obtains patient vital signs utilizing automated equipment. During testing, recognizes complex or potentially life-threatening arrhythmias. Communicates often and clearly with the supervising RN/NP during the exam. Operate, maintain and troubleshoot complex medical equipment including; treadmills, vital sign monitors, and cardiac monitoring devices. Performs daily cleaning of stress lab equipment and room.
25
Performs 12 lead, 15 lead, and/or signal average electrocardiograms from hospital in-patient units and out-patient sites by use of electrocardiogram machines. Applies and instructs patients on Holter monitors, cardiac event devices, and ambulatory blood pressure monitors according to department standards. Responsible for ECG archive system duties including:
• Processing and editing of stress tests and ECGs
• Printing unconfirmed reports
• Editing and electronic transmission

5
Educates on cardiac testing: Explain stress acquisition system and/or processed data to faculty, house staff, fellows and visitors. Instructs patients on the use of Holter monitors/other cardiac event devices and assists in preliminary interpretation. Provide training and preceptorship for other technicians and students. Signs off on peer competency assessments.
5
Works with Management and department leadership in establishing quality controls, collection of quality assurance data, and disseminating appropriate information to medical staff when necessary. Works with other departments to ensure quality testing services are maintained.
5
Participates in the collection and reporting of Quality Improvement data. Assists in research projects as appropriate. Gathers data for the annual incentive Award program (IAP) goal(s) as needed.
5
Adheres to policies and procedures for the technical and clinical operation of the department. Demonstrates leadership skills and the ability to interact appropriately with patients and other staff.
5
May perform other duties as assigned
100%
REQUIRED QUALIFICATION
• Training in ECG interpretation and analysis
• High school graduation
• Current CPR and BLS certification within 4 months of hire.
• Completion of Cardiovascular Technician training program or equivalent
• Min 3 years of experience as a Stress Testing or related cardiovascular medical technician
• Previous work experience using personal computer applications. Ability to operate computer-based stress testing equipment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• AA degree or equivalent.
• Certification as a Cardiovascular Technician (CVT)

REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
• Basic Life Support (BLS)