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SCHEDULE:
Per Diem
Day shift
LOCATION:
Baystate Medical Center & 3300 in Springfiled, MA
Regional coverage as needed to Baystate Noble, Baystate Wing, Baystate Franklin, and Baystate Heart & Vascular in Northampton, MA.
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Excellent Compensation High-quality, low-cost medical, dental and vision insurance
Generous PTO – up to 25 days in the first year, with scheduled earned increases
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Summary:
Under the direction of the EKG Medical Director, the incumbent is expected to adhere to system and department compliance policies and any applicable laws and regulations.
Prepares patients for testing and performs the test. This includes knowledge and support functions for SMS, CIS, Muse and Mars software systems. Applies holter monitor and instructs patient in use.Scans, documents pertinent information with accuracy and reports life threatening dysrhythmias to physicians.
Works well as part of a team or independently. Maintains a positive, professional, compassionate attitude towards patients and fellow healthcare providers.
Job Responsibilities:
1) Provide age-appropriate care to patients.
Demonstrates knowledge of developmental stages for the following age groups and applies developmental theories and concepts when planning and implementing care for patients. Age groups: Neonate, Infant & Toddler, Children, Adolescent, Adult.
2) Maintains equipment in a clean and proper working order.
Cleans all equipment and patient care areas daily according to procedure. Carries out minor adjustments to equipment whenever necessary according to department procedure and indicated log failures in the book. Notifies the coordinator/supervisor of serious malfunctions immediately
3) Communicates supply needs to coordinator/supervisor. Determines the need for replacement supplies before depletion. Evaluates inventory to ensure adequate supplies and review expiration dates. Stores supply inappropriate sites as instructed by the supervisor.
4) Consistently performs all EKG procedures independently and accurately, including specifications provided by the clinical director of the EKG department. Acquires and Processes acquisition data, thus providing the interpreting physician with a high-quality diagnostic study. Responsible for accurately documenting data into the computer information systems, e.g., SMS, CIS, Muse systems, etc.
5) Applies holter monitors according to procedure and verifies initial holter signal. Instructs patients on use of the holter monitor according to procedure and explains the importance of their journal. Removes holter monitor, prepares and cleans according to established procedures. Processes holter monitor, uploads and verifies data transfer to Mars software for scanning according to department procedure.
6) When scanning holters, documents pertinent electrocardiogram information with 90-95% accuracy according to procedure as observed by random monthly review of computer screens. Reports potentially life-threatening electrocardiogram dysrhythmias listing in procedure to physicians with fewer than 1-2 errors/incidents per month
7) Functions as a preceptor/mentor for students, fellows, peers, and PCTs. Demonstrates enthusiasm and patience and provides honest, constructive feedback. Actively seeks and is receptive to honest feedback from the healthcare team in a way to improve quality and performance
Minimum Requirements:
High School diploma or equivalent
Basic Life Support - American Heart Association
Preferred Work Experience:
3 years of EKG experience
1 year of holter experience
Skills and Competencies:
Must be able to work independently
Education:
GED or HiSET (Required)Certifications:
Basic Life Support - American Heart AssociationAmerican Heart AssociationAmerican Heart AssociationCompensation
Note: The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range. Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees.
Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum
$21.95 - $25.22 - $29.82Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent, GED, or HiSET
- Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association
- Three years of EKG experience
- One year of Holter monitoring experience
- Ability to work independently
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