Cardiology Technician Job Description
Cardiology technician
provides immediate evaluation, treatment and institution of procedures essential to providing appropriate response to emergency medical problems.
Cardiology Technician Duties & Responsibilities
To write an effective cardiology technician job description, begin by listing detailed duties, responsibilities and expectations. We have included cardiology technician job description templates that you can modify and use.
Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Assist in the daily operations of the Cardiodiagnostics Department through the performance of electrocardiograms, cardiac stress tests and other non-invasive diagnostic cardiology procedures for patients as directed according to established standards and practices
Explain procedures and positions patients on table
Records research data in accordance with prescribed procedures, discussing results with supervisor
Reads literature and confers with supervisor concerning implementation of new procedures
Demonstrates working knowledge of technical roles within each area of EKG to act as technical resource to staff as needed
Monitors Muse and related operations to ensure correct and efficient delivery of services
Participate and follow standards of practice in patient care consisted with national professional and regulatory guidelines
Perform non-invasive peripheral vascular exams and cerebral vascular exams in accordance with hospital and departmental standards
Participate in the departmental on-call rotation for after-hour and weekend coverage
Demonstrate proficiency in delivering care to assigned age-specific patient population (e.g., infants, adolescents, adults, geriatrics, pediatrics), and participates in related continuing education
Cardiology Technician Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for Cardiology Technician
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: BLS, CPR, CCT, EKG, BCLS, ACLS, EECP, CCMA, NRCMA, RMA
Education for Cardiology Technician
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the cardiology technician job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Associate and Bachelor's Degree in Education, Associates, Science, Allied Health, Technical, General Education, Cardiovascular Technology, Medical, Physiology, Life Sciences
Skills for Cardiology Technician
Desired skills for cardiology technician include:
Anatomy and physiology of the heart
Medical terminology
Practices
Basic nursing and medical terminology
Cardiac monitoring methods
Computer systems and software used in functional area
Procedures
Protocols for patient records
Role in emergency response
DNV
Desired experience for cardiology technician includes:
Pass Kaiser 12 Lead EKG test by 80%
Ability to read basic EKGs and arrhythmias
Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in adaptability, change management, customer service, interpersonal relations, oral communication, and written communication
One (1) year of experience in inpatient and outpatient EKG testing
Associate's degree in cardiac technology
Completion of device vendor training (in-service and/or certification)
Cardiology Technician Examples
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Cardiology Technician Job Description
Job Description Example
Our growing company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of cardiology technician. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for cardiology technician
- Responsibilities include on call rotation for emergent PCI, Vascular and IR procedures
- Be an important communication link with the RN regarding changes in cardiac rhythms
- Assist EECP patient with processing the financial account and prepare disbursement request for individual patients as needed
- Complete all appropriate forms and communicate with the clinical nurse coordinator and physician in charge
- Coordinate patient visits and schedules patients for additional studies if needed
- Order supplies as needed for EECP clinic and Outpatient Clinic
- Perform correct and accurate charge entry for office visits and testing as needed
- Perform six minute walk tests
- Prep and prepare patients for holter and event monitors
- Provide care to adult and geriatric patient
Qualifications for cardiology technician
- Certified Cardiographic Technician (CCT) by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)
- Familiarity with EKG machines
- One (1) year of inpatient & outpatient EKG and Holter Monitor hook-up experience
- Ability to read EKGs and arrhythmias
- Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in adaptability, change management, customer service, interpersonal relations, oral communication, written communication, systems thinking, and problem solving
- Two (2) years of experience in event Holter scanning and stress testing
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Cardiology Technician Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is searching for experienced candidates for the position of cardiology technician. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for cardiology technician
- Processes reports and associated charges via information systems according to policies and procedures
- Provide specialized clinical care to EECP patients
- Receive results from diagnostic studies such as lab work, EKG's and X-ray
- Work between Cardiology and Central Monitoring addressing each labs needs for a Technician
- Performs routine and cardiolyte stress tests, holter monitor set-ups and scans, EKG's, Event Recorders, ABI's and tilt tables
- Assesses situations, considers alternatives and chooses appropriate course of action especially in times of need or emergencies
- Completes all logs, worksheets and paperwork accurately
- Maintains exam rooms and equipment assuring a safe and clean working environment, adhering to OSHA standards
- Maintains annual regulatory/clinical requirements and documentation per policy (i.e., annual in-service, CPR, TB testing)
- Provides care based on physical, psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria appropriate to the age of patients in assigned area
Qualifications for cardiology technician
- One (1) year of pacemaker experience
- Familiarity with event Holter computer and treadmill
- Effective interpersonal communication and team skills required
- Familiarity with the continuous quality improvement process
- Remote Telemetry/cardiac monitoring experience
- At least 6 months previous experience as ECG technician
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Cardiology Technician Job Description
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Our innovative and growing company is looking to fill the role of cardiology technician. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for cardiology technician
- Assists in conducting experiments and working on research problems in such fields as physiology, bacteriology, tissue culture, chemistry and other related fields by performing basic, routine, and least complex procedures as prescribed by supervisor
- Confers with supervisor concerning results obtained and modifies procedures in accordance with instruction of supervisor
- Works with RN Supervisor to coordinate patient flow within the Cardiology Clinic, and assumes other clinic responsibilities as directed by supervisor
- Proficient in all areas of testing for a Cardiology Technician
- Effectively communicates EKG abnormalities and/or negative testing outcomes to the Cardiology team physicians and RN's
- Maintains compliance with job specific proficient requirements
- Ensures all completed readings are sent to medical records, and at the direction of the Cardiology Team Physician all abnormal readings are sent directly back to the referring Physician
- Acts as a resource and provides guidance to other Cardiology Technicians and support staff
- Heart & Vascular - Demonstrates proficiency in pulling sheaths and groin management
- Heart & Vascular - Performs EKG's specimen collections, blood draws, Foley cath insertions and other duties directed by the RN
Qualifications for cardiology technician
- Formal coursework or demonstrated competency in pacemaker, ICD and Biventricular devices
- ECG, EKG Interpretation, Treadmill, Holter scanning
- Completion of a basic electrocardiogram (ECG) course
- High school diploma or equivalent required two (2) years of experience as a Medical Assistant, Cardiovascular Technician or a Paramedic is required
- Graduate of a Medical Assistant program is preferred
- Preferred Arrhythmia course
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Cardiology Technician Job Description
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Our growing company is hiring for a cardiology technician. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for cardiology technician
- Must attend Medical Center new hire orientation and department orientation
- Performs routine scientific and medical research work in science area such as biology, chemistry, physics, or other related scientific field
- Assembles and/or operates various laboratory equipment and apparatus
- Assists in collection of data for project reports
- May plan for, and provide working supervision to, work of laboratory personnel of lower grade engaged in limited phase of research project
- Assess health history, takes vital signs, & reviews medications
- Assist with Exercise stress testing
- Download reports and maintain holter and event database
- Perform correct and accurate charge entry for testing
- Acts as EPIC Super User, attends EPIC meetings, and assists with training of the staff as needed
Qualifications for cardiology technician
- Two (2) years of experience as a Medical Assistant, Cardiovascular Technician or a Paramedic is required
- Microsoft word, Transcription, Basic and Advance arrhythmia class through a continuing education course with documentation of completion and one year of supervised Stress Test and Holter scanning in a Cardiology department
- Experience with 24 hour Holter Monitor application/scanning, performing EKGs and event recorders
- 5+ years of experience administering exercise stress testing
- Current ACLS certification or ACLS certification within six months from hire date
- Experience operating basic anesthesia equipment , anesthesia machines, ventilators and various monitoring and lab equipment
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Cardiology Technician Job Description
Job Description Example
Our growing company is looking to fill the role of cardiology technician. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for cardiology technician
- Covers for the Nurse Coordinator during absences with assistance from the APPs
- Covers the checkout desk (and the front desk) in time of absences
- Covers the front desk during one lunch period and provides coverage for other positions as needed
- Enters charges into EPIC
- Enters charges into Epic, specifically Home Health Care charges, and other charges if assigned
- Hemodynamic monitoring experience is needed
- Assist in the pre and post care of the patients in the holding area and procedure rooms
- Assist in the ordering of supplies for department to maintain adequate par levels
- Scheduling of clinic and remote appointments
- Registering patients on vendor websites for remote monitoring systems
Qualifications for cardiology technician
- Completion of formal post high school training courses in basic EKG
- Basic typing/computer skills
- Prefer EKG Certification
- Skill in use of monitoring equipment including, but not limited to, electrocardiogram (ECG) equipment
- Requires 1-2 years experience in cardiac stress testing
- Requires excellent organizational skills, having the ability to solve operational problems, establish