Cardio Tech 1 - Methodist Cardio Non-Invas

• Correlate clinical history with exam to be performed and consults with physician as necessary.
• Accurate interpretation and clarification of physician's orders.
• Applies holter and event monitors.
• Scans holter monitors and prepares the report for the physician to review.
• Follows the logical order of events in each procedure to anticipate sudden changes in patient condition.
• Completes patient log, requisitions, billing information and other paperwork as required.
• Correctly charges procedure.
• Proficiency in performing venipuncture.
• Proficiency in recognizing lethal arrhythmias.
• Knowledge of specific medications that are given by the Tech under physician supervision during the procedure.
• Ability to operate stress and holter equipment, including the function of all controls affecting the quality of data displayed.
• Works proficiently with computers and software driven testing machines.
• Maintains equipment quality.
• Demonstrates ability to troubleshoot and report equipment failure
• Performs stress tests (pharmacological, function, and cardiolite)

• Maintains current knowledge about equipment.
• Capable of reasonable troubleshooting
• Correctly calibrates equipment on a daily basis and as needed.
• Updates knowledge as equipment changes are made
• Stores equipment correctly
• Checks and observes equipment for general safety.
• Ability to recognize electrical interference and how to avoid its occurrence
• Recorders and all patient cables are maintained in excellent working condition
• Performs QI checks on the equipment
• Seeks out PI projects that will benefit quality patient care
• Participates in Cardiology Division PI projects
• Demonstrates a practical problem solving approach to patient moving and handling issues.

• Completes work within assigned shift.
• Uses overtime only when necessary.
• Organizes and prioritizes work regardless of frequent interruptions.
• Uses slow time to work on additional tasks that promote the efficiency of the department.
• Responds willingly to requests for assistance from other team members.
• Prevents waste of supplies
• Works independently within established guidelines.

• Continuing education
• Attends in services
• Attends other options such as seminars and college classes
• Department participation
• Participation in department decision making
• Input on new products
• Input on policy changes
• Willingly shares knowledge and guides new hires.

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