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*Description*

*Title: *Special Procedures Technician - Norwalk Hospital ECG - Per Diem. 8 hour shifts 7:00am - 3:30pm, Monday - Friday, including weekend coverage.

*Summary: *Provide complete and accurate analysis and report generation for all non invasive cardiology diagnostic tests excluding echocardiography. After training, will assist the cardiac catheterization laboratory staff with lab and patient preparation.

*Responsibilities:*

1. Performs stress tests, all types of ambulatory monitoring, EKG's and holter scanning.

2. Prepares patient for testing including medical history and medical data and monitors patients during testing/institutes emergency procedures when necessary. Generates reports for testing performed.

3. Processes EKG's in computer system for final physician reading. Identifies critical results and reports abnormalities when delivering EKG results to Cardiologists.

4. Assures all procedure data is transmitted to data management systems. Edits reports and delivers reports. Troubleshoots system issues and reports issues to IT.

5. Reviews requisitions for accuracy. Identifies order issues prior to testing. Accurately applies billing code to tests performed.

6. Troubleshoots equipment issues with IT and Biomed. Maintains Cardiology equipment. Cleans exam rooms and supplies between patient testing. Educates clinical staff on proper EKG cart maintenance.

7. Participates in promoting quality assurance within the department.

8. Participates in staff meetings and service training.

9. Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.

10. Performs other duties as assigned.

Other Information:

Required: High school Diploma/GED, BLS required.

Minimum Experience: 0 - 6 monthsjob related experience.

Desired: Cardiovascular technician experience preferred.

Salary Range: $22.94 - $42.61 hourly (Pay per years of relative experience)

EOE, including disability/vets.

We are an equal opportunity employer

Qualified applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other classification protected under applicable Federal, State or Local law.

We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation or our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact Human Resources at 203-739-7330 (for reasonable accommodation requests only). Please provide all information requested to ensure that you are considered for current or future opportunities.