Description

Purpose:
Perform specialized clinical functions related to Enhanced External Counter pulsation and Outpatient Clinic

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

• High School Diploma or equivalent required two (2) years of experience as a Medical Assistant, Cardiovascular Technician, Paramedic or Patient Care Technician - Adv 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


• UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

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