Graduation from an approved Electrocardiograph Technician, Cardiology Technician, or Medical Assistant program.
Minimum one year of experience as an Electrocardiograph Technician or Cardiology Technician.
BLS - Basic Life Support Certification from AHA.
Certification from Cardiovascular Credentialing International as CET, CCT, or Certified EKG Technician required.
Responsibilities
Assist Cardiologist with invasive procedures as directed.
Support Chief Cardiology Technologist in Quality Improvement monitoring activities.
Explain examinations to patients and ensure their cooperation and privacy.
Maintain department equipment in good operating condition.
Prepare ECGs for interpretation, including retrieving previous examinations.
Prepare patients for Holter Monitor examinations and perform preliminary interpretations.
Assist with Stress Testing procedures and patient instructions.
Benefits
Generous comprehensive benefits program for eligible positions.
Full Job Description
Summary
SUMMARY: Under general supervision, operates computer augmented electrocardiograph, stress test equipment and Holter monitor equipment. Performs electrocardiograms, stress tests, Holter monitors and pacemaker evaluations on patients. Performs related duties as required.
DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: NOTE: Following are the duties performed by employees in this classification. However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual in the classification.
1. Assists Cardiologist with invasive procedures as directed.
3. Explains examination to patient; ensures patient cooperation; maintains patient privacy; applies disposable electrodes to patient; attaches leads; enters patient identification into computer; acquires 12 lead ECG; performs rapid preliminary interpretation; notifies M.D. of life-threatening conditions.
4. Maintains department equipment in good operating condition.
5. Maintains files.
6. Prepares ECG's for interpretation; includes searching files for previous examinations.
7. Prepares patients for Holter Monitor examination; explains examination to patient; prepares recorder; attaches electrodes and reorder; explains diary to patient; performs preliminary interpretation of recording by scanning tape using personal computer.
8. Prepares patients for Pacemaker evaluation; instructs patient; prepares computer; assists Cardiologist or Chief Cardiologist with invasive procedures as directed.
9. Prepares patients for Stress Testing; instructs patient regarding examination; applies electrodes; enters patient information into computer; acquires initial ECG's; demonstrates examination to patient; assists Chief Cardiology Technologist with performance of examination.
10. Types examination reports from written copy utilizing a personal computer and word processing software.
11. Utilizes hospital information system to generate orders and for charging examinations.
PAY RANGE: $38.13 - $45.28/hr The pay range for this position reflects the base pay scale for the role at Alameda Health System. Final compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to a candidate's experience, education, skills, licenses and certifications, departmental equity, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and the operational needs of the organization. Alameda Health System also offers eligible positions a generous comprehensive benefits program.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education : Graduation from an approved school as an Electrocardiograph Technician, a Cardiology Technician or Medical Assistant.
Minimum Experience : One year experience as an Electrocardiograph Technician or Cardiology Technician. Required Licenses/Certifications: BLS - Basic Life Support Certification - issued by AHA-American Heart Association.
Required Licenses/Certifications : Possession of a certificate issued by Cardiovascular Credentialing International as a Certified Electrocardiograph Technician (CET) or Certified Cardiology Technician (CCT) or Certified EKG Technician.
About Alameda Health System
Alameda Health System (AHS) is a public health care provider and medical training institution in Oakland, California. It is a network of hospitals, clinics, and health services that provides medical care to Alameda County residents. AHS is a safety-net provider, meaning it serves a high proportion of low-income and uninsured patients. The system includes four hospitals, four wellness centers, and a skilled nursing facility. AHS also operates residency programs for physicians and other medical professionals.
