Tech-EKG - T6010

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MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital 1201 Grand

Worker Type:

Regular

Job Summary:

Performs standard 12-lead EKGs and rhythm strips, using computerized electrocardiographs. Maintains appropriate patient and departmental records, including posting of interpreted tests in the patient medical record and patient charges. Maintains and promotes Hospital service standards.

Job Responsibilities and Requirements:

POSITIONS ACCOUNTABILITIES AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA (% of time)

Essential Functions:  The following are essential job accountabilities and performance criteria:

Position Accountabilities

1) Performs standard 12 lead EKG using computerized electrocardiograph.  (1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8) 35%

Criteria

A) Completes job duties within a required time frame, according to established schedules or requirements of workflow.

B) Performs routine testing with less than 1 % QC errors.

C) Ensures timely retrieval or records and information.

D) Keeps department supervisor apprised of departmental problems.

2) Performs rhythm strips using computerized electrocardiograph  (1, 2, 5, 6, 7, 8) 5%

Criteria

A) Completes job duties within a required time frame, according to established schedules or requirements of workflow.

B) Performs routine testing with less than 1% QC errors.

3) Retrieves stored EKGs and transfers data to the Muse (1, 2, 3, 5, 6) 10%

Criteria

A) Retrieves and organizes appropriate data from records and files.

B) Retrieves stored EKGs from floor machines via diskette.

C) Transfers stored EKGs from diskettes to the Muse.

4) Edits and retrieves EKGs and reports (1, 2, 3, 5, 6)   20%

Criteria

A) Edits EKG reports after physician review using the MUSE editor and appropriate acronyms.

B) Prints final report and files in patient’s chart.

C) Stores, retrieves and prints EKGs as requested.

           

5) Charges, credits, and reconciles EKG charges (1, 2, 5) 5%

Criteria

A) Edits EKG charges as necessary.

B) Enters charges for EKGs.

C) Enters EKG credits as needed.

D) Reconciles charges daily.

6) Processes EKG reports (1, 5) 5%

Criteria

A) Posts interpreted EKGs in the patients’ medical records on the same day as editing.

B) Mails reports to outpatient and other locations on the same day as editing.

7) Assists in the Heart Station and Holter Laboratory as needed. 5%

Criteria

A) Hooks up Holter and cardiac event monitors as required.

B) Hooks up and discontinues telemetry monitors, changes electrodes, and complete paperwork.

C) Assists with typing over read reports and processing them as needed.

8) Safety/Infection Control:  Practices according to safety and infection control policies. (1, 2, 3, 4, 5) 5%

Criteria

A) Practices universal precautions and disposes of hazardous wastes per established guidelines.

B) Maintains a safe, clean, comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients/families/employees in accordance with hospital standards.

1. Maintains clutter free environment.

2. Keeps conversations and background noise to a minimum.

3. Adheres to dress code.

C) Reports risk management concerns to the supervisor.

D) Adheres to policies regarding food or drinks in patient care areas.

E) Assumes responsibility for completing all hospital and department annual mandatory requirements.          

F) Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.

9) Service: Provides service excellence to the customers of Saint Louis University Hospital by delivering timely, high quality care in a courteous and respectfu