Cardiology Technician, HVI

Purpose:

Perform specialized clinical functions related to Electrocardiogram, Holter and Event monitoring, ambulatory blood pressure monitoring, cardiac device remote monitoring, rooming for hospital based and outpatient clinics.

Responsibilities:

* Obtain patient medical records as well as correctly scan documents and enter data into the 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.
* Demonstrate competency by independently performing procedures and required set up in the out-patient clinical setting.
* Prep and prepare patients for holter and event monitors. Download reports and maintain holter and event database.
* Prepare and prep clinical exam rooms, as necessary.
* Provide care to adult and geriatric patient. Assess patient health history, takes vital signs, & reviews medications. Correctly enter data in patient record.
* Coordinate patient visits and schedules patients for additional studies if needed. Draw and process blood samples and perform EKG's as needed.
* Complete all appropriate forms and communicate with the clinical nurse coordinator and physician in charge.
* Perform correct and accurate charge entry for office visits and testing as needed.
* Perform six-minute walk tests. Prep and perform exercise stress testing, as necessary.
* Perform service line training and education such as Epic/Epicare, and new hire Cardiac Technician/MA on-boarding.
* Order supplies as needed for clinic.
* H.S. Diploma or equivalent required.
* 2 years of experience as a Medical Assistant, Cardiovascular Technician, Paramedic or Patient Care Technician 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 and electronic medical record experience are highly preferred.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
* Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) OR Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) within 30 days of hire
* Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

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