Hospital Lab Technician IV - Cardiology Lab - FT Days

Job Title

Cardiovascular Diagnostic Testing Technologist

Job Description

Reports to the Manager of the Cardiovascular Diagnostic Testing demonstrates competency in all duties typically performed by a non-invasive cardiovascular technologist. Under general supervision independently performs complex cardiovascular procedures. including treadmill stress testing, nuclear stress imaging, pharmacological and exercise echocardiogram. Performs 24 hour ambulatory ECG and blood pressure monitoring and ECGs. Assists in the data management of the ECG, Stress and Holter system. Acts as the lead to the other treadmill & EKG technicians, responsible for training of new staff, does the monthly schedule, manages the equipment list for the department, evaluates new equipment, processes & tests. Assures that there is proper staffing for all rooms and areas. Approves timecards in API, assists with evaluations in HR Connect. Leads by example. Also, this position will require traveling between all cardiology off-sites clinics where procedures are being performed.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Understanding of medical terminology, infectious control techniques and age related acuity levels
• Must possess the skill, knowledge and ability essential to the successful performance of assigned duties
• Must demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the job
• Must be competent in collecting and interpreting data about the patient's status in order to identify each patient's age specific needs
• Knowledge of medical terminology, infectious control techniques and age related acuity levels
• Knowledge of complex cardiac arrhythmias
• Experience in recognition of arrhythmia
• Current BLS certification
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English
• Ability to maintain flexibility and work well in a constantly changing environment
• Ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workload
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the Health System
• 5 years' experience working in a busy cardiac stress lab

Preferred Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of Title 22 and JCAHO standards
• Previous experience in cardiac stress, EKG, Holter monitor, ambulatory 24 hr blood pressure monitoring & various other non-invasive cardiac testing
• Knowledge of University and medical center organizations, policies, procedures and forms
• Bilingual skills in English and Spanish and/or Vietnamese
• Ability to instruct others in the use of equipment and performance of procedures

Total Rewards

We offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Employment Misconduct*
• Legal Right to Work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment

*Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page:

Closing Statement:

The University of California 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, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy.We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming. UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact UCI's Employee Experience Center (EEC) at View email address on click.appcast.io or at View phone number on click.appcast.io, Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.