Cardiovascular Technician - Mainland Campus - Per Diem

Cardiovascular Technician

This position performs cardiovascular diagnostic testing according to established departmental procedures. The Cardiovascular Technician understands heart rhythms interpretation and utilizes equipment proficiently. The Cardiovascular Technician maintains equipment per respective policies and reports any malfunctions to the Bio-Medical Services department. This position delivers care in a prompt and professional manner, always maintaining the highest level of confidentiality and respect. The Cardiovascular Technician works as part of the care team to meet the needs of the customer and to support departmental objectives. This position performs related office duties and participates in performance improvement activities.

Qualifications

EDUCATION: High School diploma or equivalent required. LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: American Heart Association BLS required upon hire or transfer. Dysrhythmia course required within 90 days of hire or transfer; Maintained at department level. Cardiovascular Certification preferred. Passage of department specific testing required. EXPERIENCE: 1-2 years non-invasive cardiology technician experience preferred. The Technician performs specific testing, based on his/her educational level and clinical proficiency. Proficiency in Clinical Applications preferred at time of hire; incumbents within position will be trained appropriately and then skill will be required for this position within 30-60 days from date of hire. PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS Demonstrates the ability to perform the department specific competencies as listed on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool.