Cardiac Technician II, UPMC Memorial

Company: University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Location: York
Posted on: June 12, 2021

Job Description:

Description

Purpose:

Implement cardiac testing, prepare and finalize results of testing that includes EKGs, Holter Monitoring Hook-ups, and Stress Testing of all types.

Responsibilities:

• Utilize all computer systems (MUSE, TDS, etc) for testing data, results reporting, mailing, billing, etc.
• Transcribe Holter, Echo, TEE and all varieties of stress testing reports utilizing a dictation system.
• Maintain equipment by cleaning and stocking on a daily basis as well as alerting appropriate personnel of needed repairs and supplies needed. Also maintain the department area to meet Safety & Security regulations (JCAHO & OSHA).
• Perform cardiac testing that includes EKGs, rhythm strips, Signal Average ECGs, all varieties of stress testing, Holter Monitoring hook-ups, according to protocol and in a timely fashion.
• Edit EKGs, after physician review, by deleting, inserting or making additions of established phrases in the ECG Computerized System (MUSE).

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required.1 year experience in Non-Invasive Cardiac testing, Medical Transcription competencies and passing the Basic Arrhythmia Class is required.Work flexible hours to meet the department needs that include evenings, weekends, holidays and weekend/holiday On-Call required.Completion of a Medical Assistant or Cardiac Technician course preferred.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire

Clearances must be dated within 90 days

Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Act 33 with renewal Act 34 with renewal Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

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