Description
The Heart and Vascular Institute at St. Margaret is looking for a dedicated Cardiology Technician to join their team! This is a full-time position that will work Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 4:00pm with no weekends or holiday. This position will travel to the Shadyside office once a week. In this position, you will perform specialized clinical functions related to Outpatient Clinics, prepare patients for visit with the physician, and apply holter monitors.
Responsibilities:
- Complete all appropriate forms and communicate with the clinical nurse coordinator and physician in charge.
- Perform six minute walk tests. Assist with Exercise stress testing.
- Perform correct and accurate charge entry for office visits and testing as needed.
- Assist EECP patient with processing the financial account and prepare disbursement request for individual patients as needed.
- Coordinate patient visits and schedules patients for additional studies if needed. Draw and process blood samples and perform EKG's as needed.
- Provide care to adult and geriatric patient. Assess patient health history, takes vital signs, & reviews medications. Correctly enter data in 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.
- Prep and prepare patients for holter and event monitors. Download reports and maintain holter and event database.
- Order supplies as needed for EECP clinic and Outpatient Clinic.
- Provide specialized clinical care to EECP patients. Review patient's education regarding EECP treatment and possible side effects.
Qualifications
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 are highly preferred.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) OR Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Act 34
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