Cardiovascular Tech I /Part Time / Days / 20 hrs

The Cardiovascular Tech I is responsible for supporting the Mission and Vision of Crittenton Hospital Medical Center (CHMC) by, under general supervision and according to established standards and protocols, performs Electrocardiograms; Stress Tests (Regular, Thallium, Persantine); and Holter monitor procedures in order to assist physicians in assessing patients’ cardiovascular system. May assist in training new employees and perform related clerical and service duties. Responsibilities: Essential Functions| Prepares patients according to established standards and protocols for conducting stress testing procedures, including routine treadmill and various isotope studies. Monitors patient blood pressure and ECG status before and after procedure.| Uses electrocardiographic recorders to produce technically accurate and artifact-free tracings.| Prepares patients according to established standards and protocols for conducting stress testing procedures, including routine treadmill and various isotope studies. Monitors patient blood pressure ECG status before and after procedure.| Verifies that proper consent forms are signed prior to test.| Obtains accurate and pertinent patient medical histories for presentation to supervising physicians. Documents technical findings appropriately. Prepares documentation and tracings for physician review.| Instructs patient in proper post-procedure activities regarding diet, exercise and shower restrictions.| Sets up 24-hour ambulatory ECG recorders and instructs patients in their use.| 8. Follows department and CHMC’s policies regarding crash cart operations and daily defibrillator check.| Non-Essential Functions| May assist in orienting new employees and students in stress testing techniques and procedures.| Performs related duties such as stocking supplies, maintaining files and logs of tests and patients seen, preparing reports of activity and cleaning and maintaining of work areas.| Promotes a positive work environment as evidenced by quality service and positive staff attitudes.| Demonstrates and actively promotes an understanding and commitment to the mission of CHMC through performing behaviors consistent with the CHMC Standards of Performance and Code of Ethics.| This position requires the ability to identify age related differences within the persons served and the adjustment of treatment style and expectations as appropriate, including adjustments based on the person’s served cognitive function and learning ability. This will include taking into account their religious and cultural needs and preferences.

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Must possess and maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: - High School graduate or equivalent required. Completion of a hospital-approved program in cardiology technology, or other related college course work, or the equivalent of one (1) year prior experience in administering stress tests or prior EKG experience. Knowledge of proper 12 lead electrocardiographic lead placement and skin preparation techniques. Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology. Must possess ability to recognize technical artifacts as well as cardiac arrhythmia patterns including heart blocks, ischemia and infarction. Overview HAP is a Michigan-based, nonprofit health plan that provides health coverage to individuals, companies and organizations. A subsidiary of Henry Ford Health System, we partner with doctors, employers and community groups to enhance the overall health and well-being of the lives we touch. With more than 1,100 dedicated and passionate employees, our goal is to make health care easy for our members. Under the leadership of President and CEO Robert G. Riney, Henry Ford Health is a $6 billion integrated health system comprised of six hospitals, a health plan, and 250+ sites including medical centers, walk-in and urgent care clinics, pharmacy, eye care facilities and other healthcare retail. Established in 1915 by auto industry pioneer Henry Ford, the health system now has 32,000 employees and remains home to the 1,900-member Henry Ford Medical Group, one of the nation’s oldest physician groups. An additional 2,200 physicians are also affiliated with the health system through the Henry Ford Physician Network. Henry Ford is also one of the region’s major academic medical centers, receiving between $90-$100 million in annual research funding and remaining Michigan’s fourth largest NIH-funded institution. Also an active participant in medical education and training, the health system has trained nearly 40% of physicians currently practicing in the state and also provides education and training for other health professionals including nurses, pharmacists, radiology and respiratory technicians. visitHenryFord.com . Whether it's offering a new medical option, helping you make healthier lifestyle choices or making the employee enrollment selection experience easier, it's all about choice. Henry Ford Health System has a new approach for its employee benefits program - My Choice Rewards. My Choice Rewards is a program as diverse as the people it serves. There are dozens of options for all of our employees including compensation, benefits, work/life balance and learning - options that enhance your career and add value to your personal life. As an employee you are provided access to Retirement Programs, an Employee Assistance Program (Henry Ford Enhanced), Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Time Off, Employee Health and Wellness and access to day care services at Bright Horizons Midtown Detroit, and a whole host of other benefits and services. Employee'sclassified as contingent status are not eligible for benefits Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer Henry Ford Health System is committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, size, height, weight, marital status, family status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. My Profile Create and manage profiles for future opportunities. #J-18808-Ljbffr Henry Ford Health System