CARDIAC ELECTRODIAGNOSTIC TECHNICIAN III

Job Title

Cardiac Electrodiagnostic Technician II

Job Description

Conducts a full range of non-invasive electrodiagnostic examinations of patients to obtain graphic indications of heart activity and condition; scans and analyzes tracings and prepares interpretative reports for requesting physicians.

Essential Job Functions

Conducts echocardiograph examinations following physicians' requests and instructions; determines the proper placement of transducer on patient to obtain a clear image by observing patterns on oscilloscope and applying knowledge of cardiac anatomy. Monitors film images and detects abnormal patterns, determines probable causes of abnormalities such as structure of valves or major vessels, and prepares an interpretive report for the requesting physician. Conducts dynamic electrodiagnostic examinations and scans tapes on oscilloscopes; correlates patient activity with tracing patterns and notes any abnormality; prepares an interpretative report for the requesting physician which includes only those portions of the tracings which show abnormalities together with analytical notations using patterns listed in manuals as a guide. Prepares protocol and instructional material on new equipment and techniques based upon manufacturer's manual and specifications for approval of superiors and instructs other technicians in the performance of the more difficult procedures. Inspects malfunctioning electrodiagnostic equipment to identify problems; makes minor adjustments in accordance with manufacture instructions to restore to use or notifies supervisor of needed repairs.

Requirements

We are looking for dedicated individuals who have: One (1) years' experience at the level of Cardiac Electrodiagnostic Technician II *, performing phono-cardiographic, vectorcardiographic, and dynamic cardiographic examinations including six (6) months' on-the-job training in the performance of echocardiographic examinations and the preparation of electrodiagnostic interpretive reports. Special Requirement Information: *Experience at the level of Cardiac Electrodiagnostic Technician II in Los Angeles County is defined as: conducts non-invasive electrodiagnostic examinations of patients using phonocardiographic, vectorcardiographic, or dynamic electrocardiographic equipment and assists in exercise stress testing procedures. Note: You may still qualify even if your job title isn't exactly the same as the ones listed. What matters is that your experience is at a similar level meaning your job involves similar responsibilities, requires comparable skills and knowledge, and takes place within a similar organizational structure. Please provide a clear explanation of your experience to demonstrate that it is at the appropriate level. Desirable Qualifications: Additional credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualification in excess of the Minimum Requirements: Additional years of experience at the level of Cardiac Electrodiagnostic Technician II*

Physical Class II - Light: This class requires light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.

Additional Information

Examination Content: This examination will consist of an evaluation of experience based upon application information, desirable qualifications, and supplemental questionnaire, weighted 100%. Candidates need to achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. Eligibility Information: Applications will be processed as they are received and added to the eligible register accordingly. Candidates who have received a passing score are placed on a list in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. Vacancy Information: The eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. Special Information: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.