Senior EKG Technician

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BUMC Phoenix (1111 E McDowell Rd) time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R4431222
** Primary City/State:
** Phoenix, Arizona
** Department Name:
** Cardio Non-Invasive
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* Work Shift:

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Banner University Medical Center Phoenix is looking for a Senior EKG Technician to work with both inpatients and outpatients at the facility. We are known as an innovative leader in new health care models and are on the cutting edge of medical advances.
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* *** andidates should have EKG training and must be able to provide proof of certification or completion courses in EKG and 12-Lead. Current BLS required.
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* SHIFTS:

*** Full-Time at 39-Hours Per week
* Monday-Friday varied days
* Three 13-Hour Shifts
* 5:00 am - 6:30 pm
* Occasional Weekends when needed and Holiday Rotation University Medical Center Phoenix is a nationally recognized academic medical center. The world-class hospital is focused on coordinated clinical care, expanded research activities and nurturing future generations of highly trained medical professionals.

Our commitment to nursing excellence has enabled us to achieve Magnet recognition by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. The Phoenix campus, long known for excellent patient care, has over 730 licensed beds, several unique specialty units and is the new home for medical discoveries, thanks to our collaboration with the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix. Additionally, the campus responsibilities include fully integrated multi-specialty and sub-specialty clinics.

POSITION SUMMARY  This position performs prescribed non-invasive cardiovascular procedures and stress testing to patients. This position analyzes data during the recording, making certain that the information being obtained is valid and interpretable. This position ensures optimal care/treatment to patient population.
CORE FUNCTIONS  
1. Performs prescribed standard non-invasive cardiovascular procedures in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
2. Analyzes, identifies and documents procedures as outlined by departmental policies and procedures to maximize patient outcome.
3. Ensures an accurate and readable recording using deductive reasoning to trouble shoot minor problems, make adjustments as needed during the procedure and prepares recordings for interpretation.
4. Collects and/or reviews pertinent medical, historical, and medication information in order to perform the appropriate study prescribed by the physician as outlined by departmental policies and procedures.
5. Assists with activities to improve department processes, facilitate testing and maintain quality to achieve optimal patient results.
6. Works directly with physicians and serves as the technical expert on our various Non-Invasive testing applications. Responsibilities include but not limited to: initial training on the clinical application for reading and interpreting EKG, continued training for periodic clinical up-grades, and assists with computerized charting and order entry.
7. May assists in scheduling of patients and maintains equipment as outlined by department policies and procedures. Responsible for the departmental daily charges and may assist in the charge recovery process.
8. Participates in the education and training of new employees, peers, students and other staff. Must obtain certification as a Cardiographic Technician from a recognized credentialing agency within 18 months of hire or have a bachelor's degree in a related clinical field. Must complete required courses in EKG and 12 Lead.
9. Independently performs prescribed non-invasive cardiovascular procedures to patients. Internal customers:
All levels of nursing management and staff, medical staff, and all other members of the interdisciplinary health care team. External Customers: regulatory…