EKG Technician - Diagnostic Cardiology - Part Time

EKG Technician

Part-Time Benefit Eligible

Schedule: 7:00am-3:30pm, 20 hours/week

Department: Diagnostic Cardiology

Hospital: Henry Ford Rochester

Location: Rochester, MI

GENERAL SUMMARY:

• Performs Electrocardiograms; Stress Tests (Regular, Thallium, Persantine); and Holter monitor procedures in order to assist physicians in assessing patients' cardiovascular system.
• May assist in training new employees and perform related clerical and service duties.
• Prepare patients according to established standards and protocols for conducting stress testing procedures, including routine treadmill and various isotope studies.
• Monitor patient blood pressure and ECG status before and after procedure.
• Use electrocardiographic recorders to produce technically accurate and artifact-free tracings.
• Prepare patients according to established standards and protocols for conducting stress testing procedures, including routine treadmill and various isotope studies. Monitor patient blood pressure ECG status before and after procedure.
• Verify that proper consent forms are signed prior to test.
• Obtain accurate and pertinent patient medical histories for presentation to supervising physicians. Document technical findings appropriately. Prepare documentation and tracings for physician review.
• Instruct patients in proper post-procedure activities regarding diet, exercise and shower restrictions.
• Set up 24-hour ambulatory ECG recorders and instructs patients in their use.