NonInvasive Cardiovascular Technologist

MedStar Health is looking for aNoninvasive CV Technologistto join ourteam at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital!

As a Noninvasive CV Technologist, you will perform non-invasive testing for use in the diagnosis of heart and vascular diseases. This includes exercise stress testing, pacemaker evaluation, tilt table, Holter Monitor, SAECG, trans telephonic monitoring, ECG, and respiratory analysis. The cardiovascular technologist facilitates the operational activities of these functions. These functions are performed in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations and Georgetown University Hospital's philosophy, policies, procedures, and standards.

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Primary Duties:

• Completes all the responsibilities and duties related to the operation and performance of exercise stress testing, pulmonary stress testing, respiratory analysis, Holter monitor, ambulatory blood pressure, cardiac event monitor, pacemaker evaluations, SAECG, and ECG’s. 

• Calculates and records test results; prepares preliminary interpretation and/or review of the examination to provide input in the evaluation of the data and to contribute relevant technical information. Maintains detailed and accurate records of collected data including final calculations and diagnostic impressions. 

• Recognizes and carts patients’ arrhythmias, recognizes life threatening or unusual heart rhythms and reports them immediately to the physician. Obtains pertinent clinical information from the patient, referring physician or patient’s record to obtain comprehensive and diagnostic information. 

• Performs general maintenance and quick control checks on all lab equipment. Uses computerized self-diagnostic programs to identify and locatethe nature of faults in the equipment. Maintains all laboratory supplies through periodic inventory; processes supply requisitions as needed. Explains non-invasive diagnostic procedures to the patient. 

• Prepares appropriate billing for each patient (CPT/ICD-9). Receives telephone calls, patients,and visitors skillfully and handles with efficiency. Maintains standards for patient safety and infection control for the Non-Invasive Cardiology Labs. Attending Non-Invasive Cardiology Conferences. Exemplifies Guest and Staff Relations standards in all activities.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.

• 1-2 years' experience.

• BLS (Basic Life Support).

• Health Services\ACLS or Health Services\PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support.

• ACSM - Clinical Exercise Specialist or CVT (Certified Vascular Technologist) Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or CCT - Certified Cardiographic Technician.