United Health Workers

1.0 FTE, 8 Hour Day Shift

At Stanford Children’s Health, we know world-renowned care begins with world-class caring. That's why we combine advanced technologies and breakthrough discoveries with family-centered care. It's why we provide our caregivers with continuing education and state-of-the-art facilities, like the newly remodeled Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford. And it's why we need caring, committed people on our team - like you. Join us on our mission to heal humanity, one child and family at a time.

Job Summary

This paragraph summarizes the general nature, level and purpose of the job.

Under the supervision of the ECG Lab Supervisor and the Department Manager, the Cardiology Technician II conducts and records electrocardiograms according to established procedures and is responsible for attaching and explaining the ambulatory cardiac monitors and their use to patients.  This includes instructing patients on the proper activity and record-keeping during the monitored period.  The Cardiology Technician II also processes ambulatory cardiac monitor tapes and transmissions, maintains patient data files, and assists the Supervisor in training of staff and implementing Department policies and procedures.

Essential Functions

The essential functions listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification.  They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities.  Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Employees must abide by all Joint Commission Requirements including but not limited to sensitivity to cultural diversity, patient care, patient rights and ethical treatment, safety and security of physical environments, emergency management, teamwork, respect for others, participation in ongoing education and training, communication and adherence to safety and quality programs, sustaining compliance with National Patient Safety Goals, and licensure and health screenings.

Must perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the Service Standards of the Hospital(s).

• Assists in research projects.

• Assists Supervisor and Manager in the development of new policies and procedures for the department.

• Assists Supervisor and Manager in the development of performance standards for ECG Tech staff.

• Contacts Clinical Engineering as needed for assistance in rectifying equipment malfunctions.

• Ensures that all computer equipment is in good working condition.

• Explains computer analysis systems and/or processed data to faculty, house staff, fellows, and visitors.

• Instructs patients on the use of event monitors and assists in interpretation.

• Is responsible for computer processing of Holter tapes and event monitor transmissions: applies theoretical knowledge to identify and quantify recorded arrhythmias, checks accuracy of analysis occasionally interprets clinical results, responds to emergency calls.

• Is responsible for each ECG taken on nursing units during scheduled shift (i.e., poor tracings, improper medical record number, etc.)

• Maintains data files on monitored patients and on computer performance indices: records interpretations of Holters in log book; types, copies, and mails results to referring and interested physicians.

• Maintains electrocardiogram machines, event monitors, and necessary supplies. Equipment maintenance includes: recharging batteries, cleaning and inspecting monitors on a daily basis, cleaning and inspecting play-back units on a daily basis, periodically evaluating computer and electrostatic printer/plotter for proper operation.

• Prepares patients and assists physicians and stress test nurse when appropriate.

• Provides training for other technicians.

• Records cardiograms from hospital in-patients and out-patients b use of electrocardiogram machines, Holter monitors, and cardiac event monitors, according to department standards.

• Records cardiograms, including editing and archiving tracings.  Provides training for other technicians.

• Responsible for ECG Tracemaster system duties, including: prepares statistical reports to assist in tracking and monitoring activities, printing unconfirmed reports, weekly back-up of data.

• Works with Lab Supervisor and Manager in establishing quality controls, collection of quality assurance data, and disseminating appropriate information to medical staff when necessary.

• Works with other departments to ensure quality ECG service is maintained.

• Works with software vendors to evaluate needs and obtain information related to systems updates.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying.

Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Experience: One (1) year of directly related work experience

License/Certification: None

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

These are the observable and measurable attributes and skills required to perform successfully the essential functions of the job and are generally demonstrated through qualifying experience, education, or licensure/certification.

• Ability to demonstrate leadership skills and the ability to interact appropriately with patients and other staff. This includes the use of good telephone skills when scheduling patients for various laboratory tests.

• Ability to demonstrate customer service skills in interactions with all patients, families and staff, including high volume and stressful situations.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.

• Ability to problem-solve effectively using appropriate resources. Is productive in workflow, skills and organization.

• Ability to provide care as needed and as described in the department’s policies and procedures.

• Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English effectively at a level appropriate for the safe and effective performance of the job.

• Knowledge of basic nursing and medical terminology.

• Knowledge of cardiac monitoring methods, practices, and procedures.

• Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area.

• Knowledge of protocols for patient records.

• Knowledge of role in emergency response.

• Skill in typing 40 words per minute.

• Skill in use of monitoring equipment including, but not limited to, electrocardiogram (ECG) equipment.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

The Physical Requirements and Working Conditions in which the job is typically performed are available from the Occupational Health Department. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, LPCH does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements, and where applicable, in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.