Cardiology Technician

Lowell General Hospital’s Cardiology Department is looking for a proactive Cardiology Technician to join their dynamic team! This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a Magnet recognized, community hospital, where our mission is to put patients first in everything we do.

Come work along an incredible group of dedicated professionals, supportive management, and professional development opportunities!

Hours:  Part-Time / Days /  24 hours a week / 7am-3pm / eow

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Maintains current knowledge in the areas of performance of EKG, Holter Monitor, Event Monitor, PVR and ETTtesting, as well as patient education.
• Demonstrates a proficiency in EKG, Holter Monitor, event Monitor, and stress testing by applying proper lead placement techniques.
• Consistently and completely documents patient information and demographics. 
• Demonstrate accuracy and completeness in preparing procedures for interpretation.
• Demonstrates proficiency in the operation of EKG management system in accordance with department policy and procedure
• Responds to Stat priorities and Code 99 events in a timely manner consistent with policy.
• Demonstrates a proficiency in PVR technique and specific adjustment of systems settings.
• Demonstrates use and understanding of safe and proper transport and patient assistance techniques.
• Maintains equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follows infection control practice.
• Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to maintaining and trouble-shooting equipment including Stress and EKG Management systems.  Provides peer support for staff including new hires in all work processes and equipment.   

Qualifications:

• Skills requirement; Patient care, EKG experience, communication, multitasking, and prioritization
• Certification requirement; BCLS
• Experience preferred; Holter monitors, event monitors, and assisting with cardiac stress testing
• Education preferred; Certification in EKG training, nursing student, nursing assistant, medical assistant, and/or medical technologist
• Some weekends and holidays required

What We Offer: 

• Competitive salaries & benefits
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Free on-campus parking