University of Southern California

As an integral part of the Cardiac Cath Lab Department, the Cardiovascular Tech provides clerical and patient care support for the staff and the Physician.

Essential Duties:

• Performs technically adequate Non-Invasive Cardiac diagnostic studies, including ECGs, Exercise and Chemical Stress Studies, Holter Monitor and Event Monitor placement and results review according to policy and procedure in an acceptable amount of time,
• Responsible for collection of ECG data from ECG Machines Hospital wide; downloads data into ECG Database and insures proper billing of ECG studies.
• Assists in transportation of patients to and from the Cardiology department.
• Responsible for establishing and maintaining courteous, cooperative service oriented relationships with patients, public and other members of the healthcare team.
• Responsible for providing a clean, safe environment for patients and visitors.
• Participates in department Performance Improvement projects.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to any age-related needs of the patients served in his/her assigned unit.
• Works in conjunction with the Cardiology Nurse and Supervisor to insure high quality diagnostic studies.
• Reports and documents unusual or critical values to Attending Cardiologist in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Prepares accurate charges documents, maintains accurate and meaningful patient records, and documents studies in Department Log Sheet in a timely manner.
• Responsible for maintaining department supply levels.
• Uses all equipment properly.
• Performs proper cleaning of laboratory equipment, including high-level disinfection of TEE probes.
• Maintains a clean work area.
• Exercises sound judgment in relating physicians order to the actual condition and need of the patient.
• Consults with the Supervisor and Attending or Ordering Physician when indicated.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Req High school or equivalent
• Req Proficient in Microsoft Office Software.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Pref 2 years a Hospital based Non-Invasive Cardiology Lab performing Exercise and Chemical Stress Studies, ECG’s, and Holter and Event Monitors set up and review.

Required Licenses/Certifications:

• Req Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association
• Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)
• Req Certified Cardiographic Technician - CCT (CCI) If employee does not have CCT certification upon hire, CCT certification must be obtained within 6 months of hire date.
• Req Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association

The hourly rate range for this position is $30.50 - $51.85. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, .education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.

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