EKG Technician Job at chinesehospital-sf.org, San Francisco, CA

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  • chinesehospital-sf.org
  • San Francisco, CA

Job Description

About This Role

Department

Cardiopulmonary

Reports to

CPU Manager

Type

Requisition #

12646

Position Summary

Performs electrocardiography and various cardiac setup procedures for pediatric through adults for the diagnostic evaluation and care of patients with cardiac disease and/or illness. Assists with various clerical duties of the department.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Knowledge of EKG equipment
  • Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment
  • Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public
  • Ability to maintain quality control standards
  • Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
  • Ability to work under pressure with frequent interruptions
  • Ability to write and communicate clearly
  • Ability to work collaboratively and independently
  • Possesses organizational skills
  • Operates various cardiac equipment for diagnostic cardiac testing in accordance to policy and procedures.
  • Answers phones, greets and directs visitors, patients and family promptly and professionally.
  • Assists with various clerical duties of the department.
  • Assists with department records, reports and files.
  • Assists with appointment scheduling.
  • Assists in the cleaning, maintenance and preparation of cardiac equipment.
  • Proficient in the operation of the following patient care equipment: EKG machine, and holter monitors.
  • Must be familiar with hospital beds, wheelchairs and gurneys and echocardiograph machine.
  • Complies with CHA Compliance Handbook including the Code of Ethics and all statues, regulations and guidelines applicable to federal and state programs.
  • Responsibilities include: following the guidelines and reporting suspected violations of any statue, agreements or guidelines applicable to all healthcare programs.
  • Follows Hospital and Department policies and procedures at all times, including but not limited to: Administrative Manual, Environment of Care, Human Resources, Infection Control, Corporate Compliance, Code of Ethics, etc.
  • Attend, actively participate and complete in-services, training classes, mandatory classes, seminars/workshops, staff meetings, exercises and drills; reads all department communication and assigned materials.
  • Customer Service Provides excellent customer service and shows compassion to all patients, visitors and co-workers. Seeks feedback to ensure all needs are met. Anticipates and recognizes the concerns of others, even if those concerns are not openly expressed.
  • Communication Keeps manager and team informed of progress, problems, development and plans. Gets along and interacts positively with co-workers and others.
  • Accepts and performs other duties as assigned.

General Duties:

Includes but not limited to:

  • Electrocardiography (EKG), pediatric through adult
  • Holter monitor patient set up
  • Echocardiogram patient set up
  • Cardiopulmonary resuscitation, adult
  • Operation of cardiac equipment in accordance with department policy
  • Photocopying and distribution of reports
  • Patient billing and charges
  • Follows hospital infection control practices
  • Effective communication with staff, other departments, physicians, patients and family
  • Assist and maintains department records, reports and files
  • Assists with stocking of department supplies
  • Participates in in-service education programs
  • Other assigned duties

Qualifications

Required

  • Current certification in CPR/Basic Life Support
  • Computer proficiency (EMR knowledge a plus)
  • Ability to effectively present information, both verbal and written
  • Ability to take initiative, adapt to changing priorities, and work independently
  • Strong time management and prioritization skills
  • Knowledge of Medical Terminology including medications
  • Fluent in English and Chinese (Cantonese and/or Mandarin)

Preferred

  • Knowledge of community resources and cultural needs
  • High School Diploma or GED

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Compliance Requirements

Complies with Chinese Hospital Compliance Handbook including Code of Ethics and all statutes, regulations, guidelines applicable to federal and state programs. Responsibilities include, following the guidelines and reporting suspected violations of any statute, regulations, agreements or guidelines applicable to all healthcare programs.

Base Pay Scale

Starting at $29.01-$41.80 per hour. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.

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