Title: Special Procedures Tech - Cardiology

Department: WRH Clinics

Reporting Relationships: Clinical Nurse Manager

Job Summary: Cardiology Procedures

Job Duties:

• Welcomes patient to practice
• Verify and update the patients information if needed
• Confirming purpose of visit and documenting any new symptoms or concerns
• Prepares patients for procedure - EKG; Pacemakers; Holter Monitors; PFT’s & Treadmill Stress Test - conducting non-invasive diagnostic test for Cardiology & Pulmonary
• Retrieves all reports from tests and reviews with provider
• If patient is not the clinic providers, the patients reports and scans will be faxed to the provided number and if a stat report, will notify provider office asap
• Answer phone calls from patients on reports
• Maintains schedule for patients return back to clinic
• Maintains all testing equipment
• Asst nurse or provider with various tasks
• Backup for hospital on any respiratory needs
• Performs other duties as assigned by Office Manager and Director

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Two or more years of experience in a medical office setting
• Degree in Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Technology
• Professional communication and presentation skills
• Ability to multi-task and problem-solving skills
• Time management
• Proficient in computer skills
• Ability to communicate professionally with staff, including providers
• Attention to detail and quality
• Ability to analyze and understand information
• Possess a strong work ethic

Essentials:

1. Must be able to report to work fit for duty and free of any adverse effects of illegal drugs, medical marijuana, prescription medication, and/or alcohol.
2. Must be able to effectively communicate both orally and in writing with other individuals.
3. Must be able to multi-task, stay organized and have a good work ethic
4. Prepares for diagnostic testing by verification of physician order, verification of patient identity and communication with nursing unit when necessary for order clarification
5. Thoroughly explains the procedure to the patient and/or family and answers questions regarding the test

Physical Demands:

• Work is performed in a medical clinic setting.
• Must be able to be on your feet for long periods of time
• Must be able to have face to face conversation with patients and staff.
• Must be able to hear and speak clearly.
• Must be able to work at a fast pace
• Must be able to lift 25 lbs or less