Cardiac Monitor Specialist (2364)

Cardiac Monitor Specialist

US Heart and Vascular is in need of a Cardiac Monitor Specialist to join our team at our HeartPlace Imaging clinic in Dallas, TX.

IV experience is required for this position.

Responsibilities:

• Explains testing procedures to patients and obtains consent form.
• Attaches electrodes to patient's arms, legs, and chest area.
• Starts treadmill at speed directed by physician.
• Starts electrocardiograph and records data, such as angle and speed of treadmill, patient's indications of pain, and measurements of blood pressure.
• Informs the physician of wave abnormalities on electrocardiogram.
• Stands alongside patient during test to lend support if necessary.
• Removes recorder strip printout from machine upon conclusion of test to obtain permanent record of test.
• Edits and mounts representative samples of tracings for patient's record, indicating time of test measurement and bodily factors that could have affected recording.
• Cleans, adjusts, and performs routine maintenance on equipment to ensure proper functioning.
• Assists in the training of new personnel.
• Maintains accurate inventory of materials and supplies.
• Verifies patient appointments the day before, to ensure use of isotope.
• Assists in notifying patients of special instructions prior to testing.
• Escorts patients to check-out.
• Participates in attaining insurance precertification for tests.
• Performs all other duties as required.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least one year of practical experience.
• IV experience is required.
• Current CPR certification.
• Must have reliable transportation.