Lead Cardiac Technician - Full Time | Sanford Health

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Work Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Salary Range: $19.00 - $30.50

Union Position:

No

Department Details

Summary

The lead cardiac technician serves as the team point of contact and expert resource for questions throughout the day. Conducts a wide range of non-invasive cardiac tests, under direct supervision, for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes.

Job Description

Oversees the department scheduling and assists management in payroll and employee evaluation input due to being a direct resource for electrocardiogram (EKG) employees. Responsible for the support of EKG systems and assists in coordinating the expansion of EKG services and plays a key role in overseeing EKG software workflows. Maintains communication with management. Handles assisting with ordering of supplies/med gases for EKG/RT. Assists in attending cardiac meetings related to EKG testing, keeps current on all EKG workflow processes and educates staff. Precepts new EKG staff into the department.

Performs cardiac tests and monitors patient heart functions using diverse cardiology equipment. Checks, calibrates and maintains cardiology equipment to ensure proper operation and accurate test results. Provides care and counseling for cardiac patients to ensure their comfort and safety during cardiac tests and treatments. Alerts nurses or physicians of critical values, abnormalities or changes in patient responses. Obtains and records patient information and medical histories; interprets EKG results and generates factual written reports.

Qualifications

High school diploma or its equivalent is required.

Minimum of three years’ experience as a cardiac technician required. Knowledge of basic cardiac anatomy and physiology. Working knowledge of basic and intermediate life threatening cardiac rhythms, special equipment used in cardiac testing, computers, and medical terminology.

Must meet one of the following criteria dependent on facility needs as it may vary by needs: 1. Possess Certified Cardiographic 2. Associate’s degree in a health science field 3. Three years’ experience as a cardiac technician 4. Obtains Certified Cardiographic Technician (CCT) certification within one year into position 5. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification is preferred.

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