Cardiovascular Technician

Job Summary

The senior EKG technician works closely with the stress labs exercise physiologist and nurse practitioner of the EKG and Stress Testing Lab to provide care and services as directed. The senior EKG technician assures that office functions are maintained, all records are completed appropriately and equipment and supplies are ordered and received. Other responsibilities include performing EKG recordings, processing EKGs for the physician reading panel, and performing Holter monitor hook-ups. The senior EKG technician is responsible for training all existing and new staff that performs EKG and / or Stress Lab services and coordinates with administrative supervisor to assure proper coverage for EKG services. Edits, processes, archives and educates staff with adult and pediatric 12 / 15 lead ECGs utilizing the MUSE archive System.

Key Responsibilities :

• Prepares equipment and supplies for specific tests. Performs 12 and 15 -lead EKG tests according to department policy and procedure
• Communicates with exercise physiologist, nurse practitioner, and clinical engineering regarding the performance of cables, connections, and equipment used in the labs. Assists exercise physiologist in coordinating and documenting equipment maintenance as appropriate
• Prepares patient for exercise and or pharmacologic stress test, to include the following : electrode placement, skin prep, blood pressure cuff, oxygenation probe placement, as well as any other patient monitoring devices
• Responsible for processing, editing and providing preliminary findings from holter event monitors and preparing the data for the interpreting physician
• Performs skills as necessary for holter monitor testing and maintenance, including cleansing / sterilizing equipment, ordering of supplies, coordinating and maintaining "shipping" account, and instructing / educating the patient
• Also may perform ambulatory blood pressure monitoring or educational instruction as needed by various departments within the enterprise
• Edits, processes and archives adult and pediatric 12 / 15 lead ECGs utilizing the MUSE archive system
• Contacts and schedules patients in the Apollo CardioSchedule and APeX electronic medical record for treadmills, Holter Monitors, Event Monitors (LifeWatch, Zio patch, etc.), ICGs and ambulatory BP monitoring
• Oversees all EKG activities and schedules. Keeps supervisor informed of current issues
• Oversees patient scheduling and assures that office staff are scheduling patients appropriately to meet inpatient and outpatient needs
• Maintains current knowledge of Medical Center Code White & Blue procedures
• Demonstrates professionalism and the ability to interact appropriately with patients and other staff
• Provide training for other technicians and hospital staff with EKG carts and processing of EKG'
• Provide training for de-centralized units in all facets of EKG acquisition (i.e. Nurses, PCA's,etc)
• Performs daily check of emergency equipment / supplies (i.e. crash cart) under the direction of the exercise physiologist and nurse practitioner
• Works with management in establishing quality controls, collecting quality assurance data, and disseminating appropriate information to staff when necessary
• Adheres to policies and procedures for the technical and clinical operation of the departmen
• Demonstrates knowledge of organization's values. Exercises everyday P.R.I.D.E
• Maintains knowledge of and adheres to all applicable Medical Center and unit specific infection control policies
• Assists as needed in clerical activities and in the processing of charges
• Assists in research projects as appropriateThe final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

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Department Description

UCSF's Temporary Employment Program (TEP) recruits and hires temporary employees for immediate clerical and technical support services to UCSF Departments and various off-campus locations. UCSF departments deploy temporary employees to work on special projects, fill in for regular employees who are on vacation or leave, or to temporarily fill a vacant position during recruitment. Frequently temporary employees become successful candidates for career and limited appointment positions.

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

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