Cardiology Technician - Chabert - full time

Job Overview Provide high‑quality, individualized, direct patient care by performing diagnostic procedures such as routine and cardiolyte stress tests, Holter monitor set‑ups and scans, electrocardiograms (EKG), Event Recorders, ankle‑brachial indexes (ABI) and tilt tables. Maintain a positive working relationship with the health‑care team and assist in clinic operations through effective patient flow management. Responsibilities Manage patient flow in and out of exam rooms to enable clinic operations. Perform routine and cardiolyte stress tests, Holter monitor set‑ups and scans, EKGs, Event Recorders, ABIs and tilt tables. Assess situations, evaluate alternatives and choose appropriate actions, especially during emergencies. Complete logs, worksheets and paperwork accurately. Maintain exam rooms and equipment to ensure a safe and clean work environment, complying with OSHA standards. Maintain annual regulatory and clinical requirements per policy (e.g., in‑service, CPR, TB testing). Provide care based on physical, psycho/social, educational, safety, and related criteria appropriate to patient age. Adapt behavior to the patient population, respecting privacy, introduction, explanation of services, and communication style. Perform other related duties as required. Qualifications High School diploma or equivalent. Knowledge of cardiology procedures and cardiac arrhythmias; competency in required cardiology procedures. Experience maintaining strict confidentiality and working efficiently under pressure and in emergency situations. Computer skills and dexterity needed for data entry and retrieval of patient information; proficiency with Windows‑style applications and keyboard. Effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to present information clearly to various levels of individuals in the patient care process. Certifications Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association. Physical and Environmental Demands Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, 25 to 50 pounds frequently, or 10 to 20 pounds constantly to move objects. Must be able to move patients throughout the facility, lift and reposition objects, and work a flexible schedule (24/7, weekend, holiday, on‑call). Duties involve exposure to blood, body fluids and tissues, with occupational risk for communicable diseases and hazardous medications or waste. Equal Opportunity Employer The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ochsner Health System