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Job Summary
Summary: Responsible for administering stress tests to patients to assess their cardiovascular health under the direction of a physician.Does this position require Patient Care? Yes
Essential Functions: Prepare patients for stress tests by explaining the procedure and answering any questions they may have.
-Apply electrodes and other monitoring devices to patients to measure their heart rate, blood pressure, and other vital signs during the test.
-Administer stress tests, such as exercise stress tests or pharmacological stress tests, to evaluate the patient's cardiovascular health.
-Monitor patients during the stress test and responding to any issues or complications that arise.
-Document results of the stress test and communicating them to the supervising physician.
-Maintain equipment and ensuring that it is functioning properly.
-Assist in the scheduling of stress tests and other cardiology procedures.
-Participate in quality assurance and improvement programs.
Qualifications
Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support [ACLS (AHA)] - American Heart Association (AHA) preferred Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred Certified Cardiographic Technician [CCT] - Cardiovascular Credentialing International preferred Experience Experience in or specialized training in stress testing and cardiovascular health stress testing and cardiovascular health 1-2 years required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Strong interpersonal and communication skills. - Attention to detail. - Ability to work well under pressure are all important for success in this role.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Physical RequirementsStanding Frequently (34-66%) Walking Frequently (34-66%) Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Frequently (34-66%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Frequently (34-66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
789 Central Avenue
Scheduled Weekly Hours
0
Employee Type
Per Diem
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
Pay Range
$25.10 - $35.92/Hourly
Grade
4
EEO Statement:
Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
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