Cardiology Technician III

Overview

Conducts stress tests, monitors and responds to the patient’s condition during the test and summarizes exercise tracings. Ensures proper maintenance of supplies and equipment.

• Conducts stress tests using the treadmill/bicycle, including pre-test evaluation. Performs Thallium exercise tests to include Persantine tests with a physician.
• Records data from tests.
• Monitors the patient’s response to exercise, makes physiologic observations and terminates the procedure when ECG or patient endpoint is achieved.
• Summarizes findings from the exercise tracings, fills in data sheet, and notes the performance of the test in the medical record.
• Ensures that supplies are available, maintains records, and conducts checks of resuscitation materials.
• Instructs patients about the stress test prior to test administration.
• Attends and participates in medical rounds pertaining to stress‑related patients.
• Maintains emergency equipment, including drugs and defibrillator.
• Participates in the training of Fellows and other physicians in stress testing.
• Contacts referring physicians regarding stress test results and potential intervention strategies.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned.

• Associates Degree with 2 years of related experience or the equivalent in education and experience required.
• Current knowledge of the impact of exercise on stress testing.

• Current BLS required
• Area of Interest:
  Allied Health
• Pay Range: $24.58/Hr.
  
  - $38.10/Hr.
• FTE / Hours per pay period: 1.00 - 1.00 - 40 hrs/week
• Shift: Day
• Job

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