About this role
Job Requirements
JOB SUMMARY
Performs non-invasive diagnostic electrocardiographics (ECGs), stress testing procedures, applies and scans Holter monitors on inpatients and outpatients. Assists with scheduling appointments, filing, record keeping, billing and distribution of reports.
JOB DUTIES
- 1. Performs routine and STAT electrocardiographic procedures; may perform STAT ECGs during Code Blue.*
- 2. Prepares patients and machines for procedures; explains procedures to patients.*
- 3. Performs stress testing procedures under physician supervision, monitoring vital signs.*
- 4. Contacts physicians/offices with preliminary results/critical test results, as required.*
- 5. Applies, removes, and scans Holter monitors.
- 6. Schedules appointments, assists with filing, record keeping, billing and distribution of reports and mail.
- 7. Checks accuracy of daily charge transactions; credits inappropriate charges.
- 8. Keeps equipment and work area clean and in good order. Reports equipment malfunctions to Manager.
- 9. Assists with the safe transport, storage and security of medications to include IV solutions.
- 10. Types/transcribes, proofreads and edits cardiac interpretations.
- 11. Answers telephone; screens and directs calls; provides general information; takes and relays messages, including critical information.
- 12. Operates various office equipment including fax and copier.
- 13. Greets and directs visitors, answers general inquiries.
- 14. Receives, sorts and distributes mail within the department.
- 15. Inventories supplies to assure adequate stock.
Work Experience
MINIMUM EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
High School diploma or equivalent. Demonstrated typing ability and computer skills. Certificate of Basic Life Support. Basic Arrhythmia training (on the job) with successful completion of the dysrythmia exam, scoring an 85% or higher, within first year of employment, EKG interpretation Class or CCT certification from Cardiovascular Credentialing International.