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Posted: 05-Mar-25
Location: Dallas, Texas
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Internal Number: 25003101
Baylor Scott & White Cardiology Consultants - Dallas - 621 N Hall St, Suite 500, Dallas, 75226
FT - EKG Tech Experience Preferred. EKG certification a plus. Certified Medical Assistants, clinical exercise Physiologists, C.NA, Patient Care Tech or a related field performing these procedures are welcomed o apply.
Candidates typically performs non-invasive, stat, pre-operative and outpatient EKG and ECG testing to help physicians in the delivery of patient care. Duties includes registering patients, administering cardiac tests, and processing cardiac test findings.
Education/Experience required/desired: Has experience or education in cardiovascular technology and use specialized monitoring equipment to record electromotive variations in action of heart muscle, cardiac rhythms, rhythm analysis, Holter monitoring, and stress testing.
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7- 3:30PM
JOB SUMMARY
The Cardiology Tech 2 is accountable for performing non-invasive, stat, pre-operative and outpatient EKG testing to help physicians in the delivery of patient care. Records electromotive variations in action of heart muscle by using electrocardiograph machine to give data for diagnosis of heart ailments. May help junior staff.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE
- Completes all necessary steps to get and process electrocardiograms and other tests.
- Explains test procedures to prepare patients for the process and to give them with the necessary instructions. Utilizes all equipment associated with EKG procedures, and records the necessary information to obtain high quality results. Monitors heart rates, arrhythmias and blood pressure, under the supervision of a physician.
- Performs Holter Monitor Hooks ups. Performs event recorder hook-ups and trans telephonic monitoring in the Pacemaker Clinic. Performs stress tests under the supervision of a Senior EKG Technician or a physician. Perform Enhanced External Counteropulsation (EECP) treatments. Performs Signal Average EKGs. Performs Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring.
- Performs basic functions on the MUSE EKG database system. Reviews medical record and documentation under supervision of a physician, nurse, or senior EKG tech to ensure department standards for safety and appropriate procedure are met.
- Utilizes all equipment associated with EKG procedures properly and records the necessary information accurately to obtain high quality results.
- Monitors vital signs under the supervision of a physician, nurse or senior EKG tech, as well as recording EKG data during study to ensure patient safety. Participates as part of diagnostic team, when working with other departments, to give ancillary cardiac testing services.
- Downloads EKG's accurately for proper storage and retrieval; performs retrievals as necessary. Prints record and attaches proper documentation to tracing for all billing transactions. Inputs patient demographic and test data into computerized EKG machine accurately and in a timely way.
- Instructs and trains new people in the proper use of equipment and testing protocols in a professional way. Mentors junior technicians in the proper procedures of arrhythmia recognition to ensure their use of safe testing methods.
- Performs other position appropriate duties as required in a competent, professional and courteous way.
KEY SUCCESS FACTORS
- Must be able to pass departmental skills evaluation.
- Use of basic office equipment and computer literacy required.
- Ability to multi-task and self-lead problem solving skills.
- Ability to demonstrate precision and flexibility.
BENEFITS
Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:
- Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
- 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
- Tuition Reimbursement
- PTO accrual beginning Day 1
Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level
QUALIFICATIONS
- EDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent
- EXPERIENCE - 2 Years of Experience
- CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.
