Ekg Tech R30807 - Springfield, United States - Baystate Health

Baystate Health
Baystate Health
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Springfield, United States

1 week ago

Mark Lane

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Mark Lane

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Description

Category(s): Allied Health Clinical Professional, Heart & Vascular

Full Time / Part Time:
Per Diem


Shift:
First


Summary:


Under direction of the EKG Medical Director, the incumbent is expected to adhere to system and department compliance policies and any applicable laws and regulations.

Prepares patients for testing and performs the test. This includes knowledge and support functions for SMS, CIS, Muse and Mars software systems. Applies holter monitor and instructs patient in use.
Scans, documents pertinent information with accuracy and reports life threatening dysrhythmias to physicians.
Works well as part of a team or independently. Maintains a positive, professional, compassionate attitude towards patients and fellow healthcare providers.


Responsibilities:


1) Provide age appropriate care to patients.
Demonstrates knowledge of developmental stages for the following age groups and applies developmental theories and concepts when planning and implementing care for patients


Age groups:
Neonate, Infant & Toddler, Children, Adolescent, Adult.


2) Maintains equipment in a clean and proper working order.
Cleans all equipment and patient care areas daily according to procedure. Carries out minor adjustments to equipment whenever necessary according to department procedure and indicated log failures in book. Notifies coordinator/supervisor of serious malfunctions immediately


3) Communicates supply needs to coordinator/supervisor. Determines the need for replacement supplies before depletion. Evaluates inventory to insure adequate supplies and reviews of expiration dates. Stores supplies in appropriate sites as instructed by supervisor.


4) Consistently performs all EKG procedures independently and accurately including specifications provided by the clinical director of the EKG department. Acquires and Processes acquisition data thus providing the interpreting physician with a high quality diagnostic study. Responsible for accurately documenting data into the computer information systems e.g. SMS, CIS, Muse systems, etc.


5) Applies holter monitors according to procedure and verifies initial holter signal. Instructs patients on use of the holter monitor according to procedure and explains the importance of their journal. Removes holter monitor, prepares and cleans according to established procedures. Processes holter monitor, uploads and verifies data transfer to Mars software for scanning according to department procedure.


6) When scanning holters, documents pertinent electrocardiogram information with 90-95% accuracy according to procedure as observed by random monthly review of computer screens. Reports potentially life threatening electrocardiogram dysrhythmias listing in procedure to physicians with fewer than 1-2 errors/incidents per month.


7) Functions as a preceptor/mentor for students, fellows, peers, and PCT's. Demonstrates enthusiasm and patience and provides honest constructive feedback. Actively seeks and is receptive to honest feedback from the healthcare team in a way to improve quality and performance


Required Work Experience:


1) 3yrs of EKG experience 1yr of holter experience


Preferred Work Experience:


1) None Listed


Skills and Competencies:


1) Must be able to work independently


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It makes us not just an organization, but also a community where you belong. It is how we advance the care and enhance the lives of all people.

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Education:

GED or HiSET (required)


Certifications:

Baystate Health Dysrhythmia - Baystate Health, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation - Other


Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

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