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    Cardiology Technician, HVI - Pittsburgh, United States - UPMC

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    Description

    Purpose:


    Perform specialized clinical functions related to Electrocardiogram, Holter and Event monitoring, ambulatory blood pressure monitoring, cardiac device remote monitoring, rooming for hospital based and outpatient clinics.


    Responsibilities:

    • Obtain patient medical records as well as correctly scan documents and enter data into the patient record.
    • Receive results from diagnostic studies such as lab work, EKG's and X-ray. Ensure prompt review and notify appropriate personnel immediately of abnormal results.
    • Demonstrate competency by independently performing procedures and required set up in the out-patient clinical setting.
    • Prep and prepare patients for holter and event monitors. Download reports and maintain holter and event database.
    • Prepare and prep clinical exam rooms, as necessary.
    • Provide care to adult and geriatric patient. Assess patient health history, takes vital signs, & reviews medications. Correctly enter data in patient record.
    • Coordinate patient visits and schedules patients for additional studies if needed. Draw and process blood samples and perform EKG's as needed.
    • Complete all appropriate forms and communicate with the clinical nurse coordinator and physician in charge.
    • Perform correct and accurate charge entry for office visits and testing as needed.
    • Perform six-minute walk tests. Prep and perform exercise stress testing, as necessary.
    • Perform service line training and education such as Epic/Epicare, and new hire Cardiac Technician/MA on-boarding.
    • Order supplies as needed for clinic.
    • H.S. Diploma or equivalent required.
    • 2 years of experience as a Medical Assistant, Cardiovascular Technician, Paramedic or Patient Care Technician required.
    • Graduate of a Medical Assistant program is preferred.
    • Knowledgeable in anatomy and physiology of the heart.
    • Ability to think and act independently.
    • Computer skills and electronic medical record experience are highly preferred

    Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:



    • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) OR Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) within 30 days of hire
    • Act 34

    UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran