Cardiovascular Technologist II Job Listing at Kaiser Permanente in Mc Lean, VA (Job ID 5683852-2024-10-17)

Description

Job Summary:
Under general supervision and direction of the cardiologist performs non-invasive diagnostic procedures such as electrocardiograms, stress tests, and Holter monitors. Explains procedures to patients and monitors response to tests.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Prepares equipment and materials used in diagnostic procedures.


• Obtains patient history from cardiologist and from patient as, directed by cardiologist.


• Explains diagnostic procedures to patients.


• Places monitoring devices onto patient for procedures such as electrocardiogram and stress test.


• Operates diagnostic equipment and records the patients response for review by cardiologist.


• Recognizes adverse chest pain or arrhythmia associated with stress testing and obtains immediate assistance.


• Applies Holter monitor as directed by cardiologist and explains ambulatory electrocardiogram to patient.


• Maintains accurate records of diagnostic procedures.


• Enters medical reports into computer system.


• Identifies the need to repair cardiac diagnostic equipment and obtains appropriate assistance.


• Cleans equipment and keeps procedure rooms clean and properly stocked.


• Performs other related duties as directed.

• Minimum one (1) year of experience as cardiology technician.

• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.
• Completion of EKG interpretation courses.

• Basic Life Support
  

• Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software.
• In order to work effectively with patients, must have effective interpersonal and communication skills and be able to stand, walk, bend, lift at least 50 pounds, hear, speak, and see.

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