Cardiac Technician - Pacemaker

Company: Sanford Health
Location: Fargo
Posted on: December 3, 2019

Job Description:

Job Title: Cardiac Technician | Pacemaker | Fargo, ND City: Fargo State: ND Department : Pacemaker - Nursing Ambulatory - PBB Clinic - Fargo Job Schedule: Full Time Shift: Days Hours Per Shift: Other JOB SUMMARY The Cardiac Technician conducts a wide range of non-invasive cardiac tests, under direct supervision, for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. Performs cardiac tests and monitors patient heart functions using diverse cardiology equipment. Checks, calibrates, and maintains cardiology equipment to ensure proper operation and accurate test results. Provides care and counseling for cardiac patients to ensure their comfort and safety during cardiac tests and treatments. Alerts nurses or physicians of critical values, abnormalities, or changes in patient responses. Obtains and records patient information and medical histories; interprets electrocardiogram (EKG) results and generates factual written reports. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES Adheres to established technical standards and procedures for electrocardiography. Works in coordination with physicians and specialist teams to administer care to cardiac patients. Responds to day-to-day operational priorities while still making progress on project work. Records and explains data and images generated from electrocardiogram examinations. Monitor patients' blood pressure and heart rate using electrocardiogram (EKG) equipment during diagnostic or therapeutic procedures to notify the physician if something appears wrong. Measures the length and height of a patient's heartbeat pattern on a cardiac monitor. Follows hospital procedures to educate patients and caregivers on conditions and treatments. Detects arrhythmias and conduction disturbances and records heart actions for diagnosis. Check, test, and maintain cardiology equipment, making minor repairs when necessary, to ensure proper operation. Attach electrodes to the patients' chest, arms, and legs connect electrodes to leads from the electrocardiogram (EKG) machine, and operate the EKG machine to obtain a reading. Adheres to institutional procedures for monitoring patients' heart functions. Adheres to established internal standards and procedures abstracted from HIPAA. QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma or its equivalent is required. Knowledge of basic cardiac anatomy and physiology. Working knowledge of basic and intermediate life threatening cardiac rhythms, special equipment used in cardiac testing, computers, and medical terminology. Must meet one of the following criteria dependent on facility needs as it may vary by needs: Possess Certified Cardiographic Associates degree in a health science field Three years experience as a cardiac technician Obtains Certified Cardiographic Technician (CCT) certification within one year into position About Sanford Health: At Sanford Health, we are dedicated to the work of health and healing. Every day, we show that commitment by delivering the highest quality of care to the communities we serve. We are leaders in health care and strive to provide patients across the region with convenient access to expert medical care, leading-edge technologies and world-class facilities. In addition to strong clinical care, we are also committed to research, education and community growth. We engage in medical research to not only discover innovative ways to provide care, but also cures for common diseases. We continuously seek new ways to achieve our vision of improving the human condition here in your community, across the region and around the world. The entire team at Sanford Health recognizes the value of healthy families and communities. We continue to gain momentum and expand our reach. Together, we can make a positive difference now, and in the future. Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org . City: Fargo State: ND Job Function: Allied Health Job Schedule: Full Time Shift: Days Req Number: WD16075

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