Êrdiovascular Tech - Diagnostic Cardiology

Þtails Cardiovascular Tech Department: Diagnostic Cardiology Schedule: 7am-3:30pm. rotating days Monday through Friday, weekend rotation Hospital: Ascension Providence Rochester Location: Rochester, Michigan Benefits Paid time off (PTO) Various health insurance options & wellness plans Retirement benefits including employer match plans Long-term & short-term disability Employee assistance programs (EAP) Parental leave & adoption assistance Tuition reimbursement Ways to give back to your community *Please note, benefits and benefits eligibility can vary by position, exclusions may apply for some roles (for example: PRN, Short-Term Option, etc.). Connect with your Talent Advisor today for additional specifics. Responsibilities The Cardiovascular Techonlogist is responsible for supporting the Mission and Vision of Ascension by, under general supervision and according to established standards and protocols, 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. Essential Functions 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. Follow department and Ascension’s policies regarding crash cart operations and daily defibrillator check. Non-Essential Functions May assist in orienting new employees and students in stress testing techniques and procedures. Perform related duties such as stocking supplies, maintaining files and logs of tests and patients seen, preparing reports of activity and cleaning and maintaining of work areas. Promote a positive work environment as evidenced by quality service and positive staff attitudes. Demonstrates and actively promotes an understanding and commitment to the mission of Ascension through performing behaviors consistent with the Ascension Standards of Performance and Code of Ethics. This position requires the ability to identify age related differences within the persons served and the adjustment of treatment style and expectations as appropriate, including adjustments based on the person’s served cognitive function and learning ability. This will include taking into account their religious and cultural needs and preferences. Requirements Licensure / Certification / Registration: Must possess and maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required. (May be done through orientation process). Education: High School graduate or equivalent required. Completion of a hospital-approved program in cardiology technology, or other related college course work, or the equivalent of one (1) year prior experience in administering stress tests or prior EKG experience required. Work Experience: Knowledge of proper 12 lead electrocardiographic lead placement and skin preparation techniques. Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology. Must possess ability to recognize technical artifacts as well as cardiac arrhythmia patterns including heart blocks, ischemia and infarction. Additional Preferences No additional preferences. Why Join Our Team Ascension Michigan operates 16 hospitals and more than 300 related healthcare facilities that together employ nearly 23,000 compassionate associates. When you join our care teams, you join a team dedicated to providing spiritually centered, holistic care which sustains and improves the health of the communities we serve throughout Michigan. Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 150,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states. Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Ascension Providence Rochester is an equal opportunity employer (EEO) and affords equal opportunity to all associates and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic data, or other legally protected status. For further information regarding your EEO rights, click on the following link to the “EEO is the Law” poster: http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf EEO is the Law Poster Supplement Please note that Ascension will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Ascension will not solicit money or banking information from applicants. This Ministry does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.