Stress/EKG Tech

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Job Type:

Regular

Scheduled Hours:

40

Work Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Beth Israel Deaconess Milton is committed to improving the health of our community by providing exceptional, personalized health care with dignity, compassion and respect for all.
Beth Israel Deaconess Milton is seeking a full-time EKG/Stress Technician to perform testing in our Radiology Department.
MAIN FUNCTION:
Under the direction of the Senior EKG/Cardiology technician provides
EKG/Vascular/Cardiology testing to patients. Performs a variety of technical and clerical duties related to the department.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Interprets accurately physician orders and schedules patients appropriately maintaining the schedule to optimize patient care. Communicates information about the schedule following department policy.
Contacts the appropriate person for clarification/resolution when unsure of an order or scheduling conflicts arise.
Documents accurately all pertinent patient demographic and insurance information.
Properly identifies the patient according to policy using name and date of birth every time.
Obtains informed consent for stress testing.
Competently prepares patients for testing including, but not limited to: having patient change; placing leads; preparing, inserting, and pulling IV's; and/or shaving patients. Performs such task(s) in a manner appropriate for the age group of the patient.
Competently performs EKG testing and procedures related to Holter monitoring, stress testing, and vascular testing in a manner appropriate to the age group served.
Responds immediately to codes throughout the hospital.
Communicates information and instructions regarding tests and specimen collection to clients (e.g. patients and/or family members, physicians, other healthcare providers) in a manner appropriate to and respectful of the age group of the client even under adverse conditions.
Monitors equipment function and documents information as required by department policy Takes corrective action as needed in consultation with the Senior Technician, if required, and documents it.
Accurately and appropriately performs clerical functions to support the department's needs such as filing, obtaining signatures, mounting traces, etc.
Ensures work area is neat and clean.
Monitors adequacy of supplies adhering to department policy for restocking.
Maintains current competency with regard to polices for chemical and biological hazards found in the workplace, universal precautions, TB and CHIP policies.
Maintains a professional demeanor at all times including, but not limited to, respect for patient rights to privacy and confidentiality, adequate and appropriate age-related interactions, and handling emergent situations.
Answers telephone according to standard hospital policy taking action, recording messages, and/or relaying messages as appropriate.
Performs all duties in accordance with safety and other laws, rules, and regulations as set forth by appropriate regulatory and government agencies and in accordance with established department and hospital policies and procedures.
At all times, promotes the safety and health of themselves, coworkers, patients, and visitors to Milton Hospital.
May be required to perform similar or related duties as may be necessary on an emergency basis or as designated by the department manager, supervisor or senior technician.. Understands position includes rotation to weekends, holidays, or other shifts as necessary. Understands position requires flexibility in starting times and assignments to accommodate patient and/or department needs
Understands that all job functions are subject to change at the discretion of the Hospital Administration.
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Employee maintains competencies (position specific and hospital-wide) required for the specific patient population served.
Performs all duties in accordance with safety and other laws, rules, and regulations set forth by appropriate regulatory and government agencies and in accordance with established department and hospital policies and procedures.
May be required to perform similar or related duties as may be necessary on an emergency basis or as designated by the department manager or supervisor.
The nature of the tasks/responsibilities required of employees in this position will likely expose them to blood and body fluids. Employees will be oriented to and required to understand and follow the standard precautions for infection control. A summary list of tasks and procedures that may cause exposure to blood and body fluids is listed in the attached Physical Abilities Job Description. Also identified is the protective gear that is available.
QUALIFICATIONS:
High school graduate
Familiar with medical terminology
Successful completion of a training program in EKG/Cardiology procedures
A Physical Abilities Job Description is a component of this Job Description.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required of personnel so classified.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent. Graduate of Medical Assistant or Stress Testing/EKG training program.
BLS/CPR certification required. ACLS preferred.
1-2 years stress testing experience preferred. Advanced EKG interpretation skills preferred.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This list is not to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Job Description:

STRESS/EKG TECHNICIAN

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

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