ECG Hospital Lab Technician 1

Works closely with the ECG Lab staff in the accomplishment of the Adult ECG/Cardiac Stress Laboratory objectives. Edits ECGs for clerical correctness and maintains familiarity of the GE MUSE archive system. Performs and downloads 12-lead ECG's using the currently available UCSF standard ECG machine. When working at the Mount Zion and/or Parnassus Campus: Provides Holter hook-ups and downloads. Provides event monitor hook-ups, device registration into 3rd party vendor websites, and preliminary report retrieval from those website. Performs ambulatory blood pressure monitoring hook-up, download, and report preparation.

• Prepares equipment and supplies for specific tests. Performs 12-lead ECG tests according to department policy and procedure. Prepares patients for procedures by performing shave/prep specific for procedure. Confirms protocol requirements if necessary.
• Communicates with Management staff, HLT's and/or Clinical Engineering regarding the performance of cables, connections, and equipment used in the labs. Assists the above staff in coordinating and documenting equipment maintenance as appropriate.
• Processes 12 lead ECGs utilizing the MUSE archive system. Assigns studies to the appropriate Provider's electronic inbasket for study confirmation. * May contact and schedule patients in the APeX electronic medical record for treadmills, Holter Monitors, Event Monitors, and ambulatory BP monitoring. * Assist with back office operations, including phones and answering patient questions.
• Maintains current knowledge of Medical Center Code Blue procedures.
• Demonstrates professionalism and the ability to interact appropriately with patients and other staff.
• Provide training for other technicians.
• Works with Non-Invasive Cardiology Manager in establishing quality controls, collection of quality assurance data, and disseminating appropriate information to staff when necessary.
• Adheres to policies and procedures for the technical and clinical operation of the department. Observes radiation safety regulations.
• Maintains knowledge of and adheres to all applicable Medical Center and unit specific infection control policies.
• Participates in the collection and reporting of Quality Improvement data. Assists in research projects as appropriate.
• May perform other duties as assigned including software interface (MUSE, EMR, Cadence) and billing reconciliation.

Required Qualifications:

• Trained in performing 12 lead ECGs.
• High School graduation.
• Completion of an Electrocardiogram Technician Training (CVT) program or equivalent.
• Three to five years' experience in a hospital or healthcare position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Education equivalent to an AA degree
• University/teaching hospital experience
• Experience using computer ECG Management and Electronic Medical Record systems
• Experience using the GE MUSE archive system
• Familiarity with SpaceLabs Sentinel PACS

Required Licenses/Certifications:

• BLS certification

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

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Required Qualifications:

• Trained in performing 12 lead ECGs.
• High School graduation.
• Completion of an Electrocardiogram Technician Training (CVT) program or equivalent.
• Three to five years' experience in a hospital or healthcare position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Education equivalent to an AA degree
• University/teaching hospital experience
• Experience using computer ECG Management and Electronic Medical Record systems
• Experience using the GE MUSE archive system
• Familiarity with SpaceLabs Sentinel PACS

Required Licenses/Certifications:

• BLS certification