Exercise Technologist-Cardiology Diagnostic

Full Time (40 hours/week); M-F

Performs diagnostic procedures provided by the Non-Invasive Diagnostics Department.Assists with all paperwork aspects of exercise testing procedures including scheduling, chart preparation, and report formation.Supports the Exercise Physiologist with patient preparation, testing, Pulmonary Function Testing, collection of vital signs, and laboratory cleaning and disinfecting procedures. Scans, analyzes and tracks heart monitoring devices.Essential Functions:

• Assists Exercise Physiologist(s) in conducting diagnostic tests.
• Appropriately prepares for testing procedures; explains procedures to patients and communicates effectively with the patients regarding condition.
• Records information obtained from diagnostic tests accurately.
• Possess moderate knowledge of arrhythmia recognition to identify, document and advise with rhythm disturbances.*
• Performs basic cardiac testing procedures according to test requests; and operates cardiac testing equipment in accordance with organizational protocols and principles.

Education Requirement:

Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science or equivalent training that supports the functions of this position.

Licensure Requirement:

(not specified)

Certifications:

CPR, PALS & ACLS preferred.

Skills:

Strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work with patients of all ages (pediatric to adult).

Ability to function with flexibility and adaptability to an ever changing and fast paced environment.

Experience:

Two years relevant experience preferred.

Physical Requirements:

OCCASIONALLY: Fume /Gases /Vapors, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Reaching above shoulder

FREQUENTLY: Audible speech, Computer skills, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Sitting, Standing, Walking

CONTINUOUSLY: Biohazard waste, Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Color vision, Decision Making, Depth perception, Flexing/extending of neck, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Patient Equipment, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Repetitive hand/arm use, Seeing – Far/near

Additional Physical Requirements performed but not listed above:

For patient safety may need to intervene by physically assisting the patient to a safe environment.

"The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet"