Cardiology Technician

at  UPMC

JOIN OUR TEAM AS A FULL-TIME CARIOLOGY TECHNICIAN AT UPMC CHAUTAUQUA!

Are you passionate about making a difference in patient care? Do you have a keen interest in cardiology and specialized clinical functions? UPMC Chautauqua is seeking a dedicated Full-Time Cariology Technician to join our dynamic team!

WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY:

• Impactful Work: Play a crucial role in the lives of patients seeking cardiac care.
• Career Development: Benefit from opportunities for professional growth and advancement within UPMC.
• Supportive Environment: Join a team that values collaboration, innovation, and excellence in patient care.

• Assist with Exercise stress testing.
• Prep and prepare patients for holter and event monitors.
• Review patient’s education regarding EECP treatment and possible side effects.
• Assist EECP patient with processing the financial account and prepare disbursement request for individual patients as needed.
• Receive results from diagnostic studies such as lab work, EKG’s and X-ray. Ensure prompt review and notify appropriate personnel immediately of abnormal results.
• Assess health history, takes vital signs, & reviews medications
• Provide specialized clinical care to EECP patients.
• Perform six minute walk tests.
• Provide care to adult and geriatric patient. Document EECP process in patient’s medical charts.
• Download reports and maintain holter and event database.
• Coordinate patient visits and schedules patients for additional studies if needed. Draw and process blood samples as needed. Complete all appropriate protocol forms and communicate with the clinical nurse coordinator and physician in charge.
• Perform correct and accurate charge entry for testing.
• Order supplies as needed for EECP clinic and Outpatient Clinic.
  H.S. Diploma or equivalent required
  2 years of experience as a Medical Assistant, Cardiovascular Technician or a Paramedic is required.
  Graduate of a Medical Assistant program is preferred. Knowledgeable in anatomy and physiology of the heart. Ability to think and act independently. Computer skills are highly preferred. Basic arthemia course and pass written exam with 80% score or higher.