Cardiology Technician

Location: UPMC Harrisburg


Status: Fulltime


Schedule: Days/Evenings/Flexible Shifts (either 5 8-hours shifts or 4 10-hour shifts)


No holidays or weekends!


Performs specialized clinical functions related to the Cardiac & Vascular Dept.

Responsibilities:


• Assist with Transesophageal Echo


• Prep and prepare patients for TEE"S


• Provide care to the CV adult and geriatric patient.


• Perform correct and accurate procedure documentation


• Helps EP/Cath/IR/Hybrid procedure turnaround efficiencies.


• Order supplies for Cardiac & Vascular Dept


• Transport


• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• 2 years of experience as a Medical Assistant, Cardiovascular Technician, Patient Care Technician, EMT, LPN or a Paramedic is required.
• Knowledgeable in anatomy and physiology of the heart.
• Knowledge of Cardiac Patients and procedures
• Ability to think and act independently with critical thinking skills.
• Computer skills are highly preferred.
• Current BLS Certification
• Basic arrythmia course and pass written exam with 80% score or higher.
  Graduate of Medical Assistance program, 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
• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Act 34
• UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran