JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE

Performs cardiac diagnostic procedures including EKG, holter electrocardiography, cardiac stress testing and event monitoring. Educates clients as appropriate.

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

Samaritan Health Services Respiratory Therapy team delivers treatment and diagnostic patient care services to critical and non-critical patients. We serve all age groups and patient populations using evidence-based techniques related to the cardiopulmonary system.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or equivalent required. One (1) of the following required: Graduate of a cardiac technology program or equivalent EKG Tech experience. Six (6) months CNA related experience. Healthcare Provider BLS required. One (1) year experience or training in EKG, holter monitor or cardiac stress testing preferred. CCT credential preferred.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

Patient Care

• Possess the skills and knowledge needed to assist and care for others. Ability to recognize symptoms, drug properties and interactions, treatments, and preventive health-care measures within scope of practice. Communication
• Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues. Ability to perform group presentations and listen to and understand complex information and ideas. Time Management
• Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure. Conflict resolution
• Ability to proactively resolve conflicts in a positive and constructive manner. Possess the knowledge and skills to handle complaints, settle disputes, and negotiate with others to reach mutually beneficial decisions. Social Perceptiveness
• Ability to work with a diverse population from pediatrics to geriatrics. Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and/or communicating with patients and caregivers. Possess personal sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a non-judgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles, and ages. Medical Terminology
• Knowledge of medical records, procedures and terminology.

Ability to read, interpret, and apply policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Rarely (1

• 10% of the time) Occasionally (11
• 33% of the time) Frequently (34
• 66% of the time) Continually (67
• 100% of the time) CLIMB
• LADDER LIFT (Floor to

Waist:

0

• 36") 20
• 40 Lbs LIFT (Knee to chest: 24
• 54") 20
• 40 Lbs SQUAT Static (hold >30 sec) PUSH (0-20 pounds force) PULL (0-20 pounds force)

SIT WALK

• INCLINE SQUAT Repetitive

ROTATE TRUNK

Standing PUSH (20-40 pounds force) PULL (40

• 60 pounds force)

STAND WALK

• LEVEL

SURFACE CLIMB

• STAIRS

BEND FORWARD

at waist

ROTATE TRUNK

Sitting REACH

• Forward

MANUAL DEXTERITY

Hands/wrists REACH

• Upward PINCH Fingers GRASP Hand/Fist

FINGER DEXTERITY PUSH

(60 or more pounds force) LIFT (Floor to

Waist:

0

• 36") 0
• 20 Lbs LIFT (Knee to chest: 24
• 54") 0
• 20 Lbs LIFT (Waist to

Eye:

up to 54") 0

• 20 Lbs LIFT (

Overhead:

54" and above) 0

• 20 Lbs CARRY 1-handed, 0
• 20 pounds CARRY 2-handed, 0
• 20 pounds