Cardio Diagnostic Technician II - Days
Company: Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital
Location: Cypress
Posted on: October 20, 2024
Job Description:
At Houston Methodist, the Cardiology Diagnostic Technician II
position is an experienced technician who performs a variety of
routine to complex electrocardiograms (12 lead EKGs), Holter
monitor applications and exercise/treadmill, including
pharmacological and echo stress tests for both inpatient and
outpatient exams. This position processes and transmits EKG, Holter
monitor and stress test data to designated software applications.
The Cardiology Diagnostic Technician II position ensures exams are
available for physician interpretation for completion of exam,
including paperwork and reconciliation of exams. This position
collaborates with all members of the patient care team.
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a
dynamic, team-focused work unit that actively helps one another to
achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all members
of the patient care team by actively communicating and reporting
pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive
manner.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Performs diagnostic electrocardiograms (12 lead EKGs) and
Holter monitor exams that requires precise placement of electrodes
to the assigned area for accurate EKG data. Proactively identifies
issues and how to address them for optimum results.
- Performs exercise/treadmill Stress Tests including
documentation of patient vital signs, symptoms and tolerance of
exam.
- Executes exercise/treadmill Stress Tests protocol proficiently
as directed by the Cardiologist.
- Provides care for the physical needs of patients when
conducting the EKG, Holter exams and Stress Tests. As well as,
educates patients on the required care of the monitoring unit and
electrode care, who require inpatient or outpatient Holter
monitoring.
- Provides direct assistance to physicians and other health care
team members during diagnostic exams.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Identifies changes or abnormalities in EKG morphology when
performing exams or processing data. Takes corrective action or
communicates immediately, when appropriate, to proper personnel for
the best results.
- Reviews the quality of EKG tracings for the patient care team
and interpreting physician.
- Ensures all patient care equipment has had QC performed as
required and is in safe working order prior to use. Reports any
malfunctions to management and regularly practices preventive
maintenance procedures; calls for service if needed.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Provides accurate and complete documentation of patient
procedures. Enters charges at the time service is delivered, when
applicable.
- Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies.
Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and
prioritize daily tasks.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Participates in departmental projects and shared governance
activities.
- Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline
competencies with a focus on continual development as a
Technician.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the
employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job
duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise
job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.
EDUCATION
- Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing
body for the required credential(s) indicated below
WORK EXPERIENCE
- One year experience as a technician performing a variety of
electrocardiograms (12 lead EKGs), Holter monitor applications
and/or Stress Tests. Will consider internal candidates with six
months experience as a Cardiology Diagnostic Technician I
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED
- CCT - Certified Cardiographic Technician (CCI) OR
- CET - Certified EKG Technician (NHA) OR
- CET - Certified EKG Technician (NPS) OR
- CET - Certified EKG Technician (ACA) OR
- EKG - Electrocardiogram Assessment (MedCA) OR
- NRCEKG - Nationally Registered Certified EKG Technician (NAHP)
OR
- EKG HM- Houston Methodist Electrocardiogram Course AND
- BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA)
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely
perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills and
competency assessments
- Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer
systems to include, Hospital / Radiology/ Cardiology Information
Systems and Office software to maintain patient and exam documents
- Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all
levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent
customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and
co-workers
- Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision
including, organizing workflow and actively participating in
problem solving
- Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the
English language necessary to perform the essential functions of
this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or
employee safety or security
- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians,
family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a
customer service focus and application of positive language
principlesSUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
- Uniform No
- Scrubs Yes
- Business professional No
- Other (department approved) NoON-CALL*
*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during
emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless
of selection below.
- On Call* YesTRAVEL**
**Travel specifications may vary by department**
- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area
Yes
- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area YesCompany
Profile:Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital, scheduled to open in
the first quarter of 2025, will be Houston Methodist's ninth
hospital and will incorporate the most advanced technology
available from the day the doors open. With 100 beds (at our
opening; licensed for 276) and a prime location in the heart of the
rapidly growing U.S. 290 corridor, the hospital will be equipped
with technologically advanced innovations implemented during COVID,
many of them designed to make patient communication with
physicians, staff and families the very best and most effective in
any health care facility. Even though the hospital won't be fully
operational until 2025, we have several services and specialties
opening in 2024.Houston Methodist is an equal opportunity employer
inclusive of women, minorities, disabled persons and veterans.Equal
Employment OpportunityHouston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity
Employer.Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept
to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will
not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person
employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis
of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or
other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor -
priority referral Protected Veterans requested.
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