Certified Electroencephalogram Electrocardiogram Tech - Cardiopulmonary - CHRISTUS Health

Summary:

This position is responsible for performing standard and complex electroencephalographs, EEG long term video, 12 and 15 lead EKG's, holter monitor hookup, cardiac event monitor hookup, and cardiac exercise treadmill testing in the pediatric setting ranging from newborn to young adults. Must be skilled in working with pediatric patients with a wide variety of complex medical and psychosocial conditions. Must have patience and compassion to work with patients who may be ill or frightened. Must be technology-minded, detail-oriented and able to follow precise directions.

Located just minutes from the shores of Padre Island, CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi-South provides surgical and medical services for our patients in south Corpus Christi. Perfectly positioned to serve the rapidly-growing south side of Corpus Christi, CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - South is licensed for 158 beds. South offers a full range of medical and surgical services including pediatrics, obstetrics, skilled nursing, emergency, intensive care as well as advanced diagnostic and imaging. The hospital is also home to a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit which enables recovering mothers to remain close to their premature or special needs babies.

Responsibilities:

• Performs various non-invasive cardiovascular and neurological procedures as outlined in the department's policy and procedure manual and within its scope of practice
• completes appropriate documentation
• Per physician order, performs EEG, EKG; applies Holter Monitors, etc.
• Greets and directs patient to appropriate exam area
• Uses AIDET; introduces self, calls patient by name and makes comfortable with surroundings
• Extracts relevant patient information from the medical record and obtains current/additional information via patient interview
• Based on individual patient need, performs test in lab or at the bedside
• Accurately applies electrodes using the 10-20 system
• Recognizes artifact and takes steps to correct problem
• Describes all abnormal clinical manifestations observed during the test
• Uses activated procedures such as hyperventilation, photic stimulation and sleep
• Monitors EKG, EMG and EOG when indicated
• Edits video studies for storage within 24 to 48 hours of study completion
• Performs necessary tasks to keep equipment and work areas clean and operational
• Follows departmental policy and procedure for equipment cleaning/infection control
• Calibrates and adjusts machines for standard and special recordings
• Notifies appropriate personnel of the need for additional supplies/services
• Inspects and assures proper maintenance of EKG/EEG related equipment; promptly reports the need for repair to the appropriate person
• Cleans outpatient rooms weekly to maintain clean environment

Requirements:

A. Education/Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Completion of Medical Assistant Program or one year of career-oriented college credits (24 credit hours) is preferred.

B. Experience

• 2-3 years of experience in performing EEG in a clinical setting is required.
• 6 months experience with EKG/Stress testing preferred.

C. Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• BLS required.
• Must have EKG or EEG within one year of hire.

Work Schedule:

Varies

Work Type:

Full Time

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