Description

The Cardiology EKG Technician I performs various non-invasive cardiac procedures, including stress testing, Holter monitor hook-up, ECG’s, and pacemaker, event monitoring and remote monitoring for adults. These procedures are performed following established department and Medical Center policy and procedures.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates competency in interpersonal relationships with the age specific categories. Provides healthcare services in own job category to the age specific categories. Demonstrates knowledge of clinical norms for the age specific categories. Performs all clinical procedures for adult and pediatric patients per Departmental policy. Recognizes basic cardiac rhythms including EKG changes of acute MI, V TACH, V Fib or heart block and provides intervention as indicated. Initiates Code Blue and emergency measures when indicated according to BCLS and hospital policy. Responds as part of the “Code Blue” team. Prepares testing area for procedure, including necessary forms, charts, equipment and Prepares patient for electrocardiogram and stress testing utilizing proper lead placement and skin preparation. Assists physician during exercise testing. Performs Holter monitor hookups and removal. Operates transtelephonic ECG monitoring equipment for pacemaker clinic and/or arrhythmia analysis. Performs ECG’s/SAECG’s on adult patients. Edits and distributes ECG’s. Prepares test results for interpretation and dictation; completes work process before end of shift. Orders supplies and maintains appropriate stock levels. Maintains clean and safe work/patient environment. Initiates equipment maintenance and repair as needed. Assists with orientation and training of new employees/volunteers. Utilizes appropriate and effective communication and problem solving skills in all interpersonal interactions. Participates in staff meetings and in-service training.