Cardiology Technician

Overview

Performs ECG diagnostic testing Holter and cardiac event monitor placement implantable device assessment/remote interrogation and electronic clinical workflow and results data management.

• Demonstrates the cognitive and technical skills required to acquire a 12-lead electrocardiogram (ECG) including appropriate preparation of skin surfaces, correct placement of electrodes and leads, accurate patient identification and verification, electronic download of the ECG order to the cardiograph waveform acquisition and storage, and electronic upload of the ECG to the enterprise ECG management system.
• Coordinates ECG routing and clinical workflow to support electronic interpretation by Cardiology fellow and attending MD.
• Demonstrates the cognitive and technical skills required to apply a Holter or cardiac event monitor including accurate patient identification and verification, appropriate preparation of skin surfaces, and correct placement of electrodes and leads.
• Demonstrates proficiency in the configuration, communication, clinical use, and trouble-shooting of FDA-approved medical devices including cardiographs, Holter monitors, cardiac event monitors and other heart rhythm remote monitoring equipment.
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Education:
  
  High School Graduate or Equivalent.
• Experience:
  
  No experience required.
• Licensure:
  American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification must be obtained within six months of hire.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Job requires sitting/standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping/traveling, reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive);
  Repetitive motion:
  Keyboard, console and workstation repetitive motion. Ability to lift/push/pull 20 - 50lbs. May be exposed to blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

The starting base rate for this role is $15.37 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package:
  Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
• Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Certification and education support
• Generous Paid Time Off

UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center.  U.S. News & World Report "Best Hospitals" guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as "High Performing" in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children’s is named by  U.S. News & World Report as the best children’s hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation.

Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.

UVA Health is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Here to read more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.