Senior EKG Technician Part Time

Primary City/State:

Sun City, Arizona

Department Name:

Cardio Non-Invasive

Work Shift:

Day

Job Category:

Clinical Care

Those who have joined the Banner mission come from all walks of life, united by the common goal: Make health care easier, so life can be better. If changing health care for the better sounds like something you want to be part of, we want to hear from you.

As a Senior EKG Tech you will be working with different patients. We are known as an innovative leader in new health care models and are on the cutting edge of medical advances. Preferred candidates should have EKG training and must be able to provide proof of certification or completion courses in EKG and 12 Lead.

SHIFTS:

* Part Time/ 24 Hour
* Two 12 Hour Shifts
* 6:00am- 6:30pm
* Rotating Schedule
* Weekend and Holiday Rotation

LOCATION:

* Primary: Banner Boswell Medical Center- 10401 W Thunderbird, Sun City, AZ 85351
* Secondary: Banner Del Webb Medical Center- 14502 W. Meeker Blvd., Sun City, AZ 85375

Banner Boswell Medical Center has provided exceptional health care to the communities in the northwest area of metro-Phoenix for over five decades. Today, our 410-bed acute-care hospital is nationally recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of Arizona's Best Hospitals. Banner Boswell offers a full range of acute care services, including cardiology, vascular, thoracic, oncology, orthopedics, neurology, general surgery, robotic surgery, rehabilitation, emergency, stroke, intensive care, pulmonary, urology, and inpatient wound management. We've earned the Society of Thoracic Surgeons highest quality award for CABG & aortic valve replacement and the Joint Commission's Advanced Certification as a Primary Stroke Center.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position performs prescribed non-invasive cardiovascular procedures and stress testing to patients. This position analyzes data during the recording, making certain that the information being obtained is valid and interpretable. This position ensures optimal care/treatment to patient population.

CORE FUNCTIONS

1. Performs prescribed standard non-invasive cardiovascular procedures in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.

2. Analyzes, identifies and documents procedures as outlined by departmental policies and procedures to maximize patient outcome.

3. Ensures an accurate and readable recording using deductive reasoning to trouble shoot minor problems, make adjustments as needed during the procedure and prepares recordings for interpretation.

4. Collects and/or reviews pertinent medical, historical, and medication information in order to perform the appropriate study prescribed by the physician as outlined by departmental policies and procedures.

5. Assists with activities to improve department processes, facilitate testing and maintain quality to achieve optimal patient results.

6. Works directly with physicians and serves as the technical expert on our various Non-Invasive testing applications. Responsibilities include but not limited to: initial training on the clinical application for reading and interpreting EKG, continued training for periodic clinical up-grades, and assists with computerized charting and order entry.

7. May assists in scheduling of patients and maintains equipment as outlined by department policies and procedures. Responsible for the departmental daily charges and may assist in the charge recovery process.

8. Participates in the education and training of new employees, peers, students and other staff. Must obtain certification as a Cardiographic Technician from a recognized credentialing agency within 18 months of hire or have a bachelor's degree in a related clinical field. Must complete required courses in EKG and 12 Lead.

9. Independently performs prescribed non-invasive cardiovascular procedures to patients. Internal customers: All levels of nursing management and staff, medical staff, and all other members of the interdisciplinary health care team. External Customers: regulatory and health agencies, patients and family members.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge

Certification for BLS required.

This position requires clinical knowledge typically achieved with one year of experience performing non-invasive cardiology procedures. Completion of courses in EKG and 12 Lead. Must demonstrate effective communication skills, human relations skills, basic mathematical skills, analyze data and solve basic problems.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

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