cardiopulmonary technician/ukhc - Lexington, KY, United States - University of Kentucky
Description
Job Summary
The Cardiopulmonary Technician in the Adult Echo Lab (Chandler and Good Samaritan) is responsible for preparing patients for stress testing; assisting the patient to ensure safety at all times; performing hemodynamic monitoring (taking blood pressures); assisting stress test monitor (RN, ARNP, PA, or physician) with monitoring patient's physical abilities, hemodynamics and stress EKG; and accurately complying with all departmental protocols.
The Cardiopulmonary Tech will work closely with the stress test monitor and under the direction of both the Technical and Medical Directors.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
The ideal candidate will have knowledge of normal heart rhythm and basic arrhythmias; experience with 12-Lead ECGs; organizational skills and the ability to communicate clearly and concisely; and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, as well as follow hospital and unit policies and procedures.
Minimum of one to two years of direct experience monitoring and interpreting cardiac physiological data preferred.
Deadline to Apply 05/05/2024 University Community of Inclusion
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