Stress Technician
Stress Technician
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Job Description
SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: Must be realistic objective measurable and related to essential functions of this job.
Knowledge of cardiac anatomy and physiology
Knowledge of cardiovascular systems
Knowledge of universal precautions
Knowledge of EKG interpretive recognition patterns
Knowledge of stress/treadmill equipment
CPR certification
Ability to perform blood pressure measurements
I.V. placement (must comply with hospital licensing requirements and in addition complete & pass IV competency)
Effective interpersonal communications
LICENSES CERTIFICATIONS and/or REGISTRATIONS (if applicable): Specify minimum credentials and clearly indicate if preferred or required
- Basic Life Support Certification
EDUCATION: Specify minimum education and clearly indicate if preferred or required
- Bachelors Degree preferred in Exercise Science or related field
- High School Diploma and EKG certification (or equivalent experience) is required
EXPERIENCE: Specify minimum creditable years of experience and clearly indicate if preferred or required
On the job training of 24 months (dependent upon past practical experience) is required
GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT:
This position reports to the Unit Technical Manager/Operations Manager for Nuclear Cardiology performing clinical responsibilities including diagnostic stress testing using exercise or pharmacologic induced stress under the direction of nuclear cardiology physicians and nurses.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Prepares patient for stress testing
o Obtain vital signs (blood pressure heart rate oxygen saturation)
o 12 lead electrocardiographic placement (to include skin prep) and monitoring
o IV placement (separate IV competencies apply)
o Responsible for maintaining safe testing environment including but not limited to:
Assess patients ability to walk safely (i.e. identify fall precautions appropriate clothing asses gait)
Performs stress testing
o Exercise load adjustment
o Monitors prints and documents electrocardiographs as appropriate
o Notifies clinical staff of EKG changes and other safety concerns
Assures completeness of test reports including data editing.
Documents patient exam data in department electronic log sheet.
Maintains laboratory inventory (supplies emergency and equipment).
Identifies equipment failures with EKG machines and places service call to appropriate equipment vendor to coordinate repairs.
Explains the nature and risks of exercise protocol to the patient.
Massachusetts General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills perspectives and ideas we choose to lead. Applications fromprotected veterans and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
