Holter Technician

Description

The Holter Technician is responsible for the application of various arrhythmia monitors. The Holter Technician is also responsible for educating patients on all testing procedures, properly positioning patients, electrode application, judging the quality of ECG tracings, attaching various arrhythmia monitor devices. This position works with patient populations across the age continuum and is responsible for helping to develop and implement systems to assure the smooth and efficient flow of inpatient ECG procedures. This position may be assigned to work at any department clinical location.

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
 

Education and Experience:

· High school diploma or GED.

· Experience in a medical setting is preferred but not required.

· Basic Life Support and CPR, 

· Basic EKG Certification Preferred 

· General computer skills with working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and email applications.

· Detail-oriented with good analytical and organizational skills.

· Good interpersonal skills with the ability to work cohesively within a team environment.

· Excellent oral and written communication skills to effectively communicate with customers and all levels of management.

JOB KNOWLEDGE:

• Communication skills to converse clearly over the telephone and in person.
• Organization and time management to manage a variety of tasks effectively.
• Attention to detail to correctly identify patient issues and communicate difficulties with managers/physicians.
• Technological skills, such as using word processing and spreadsheet programs to track data
• Ability to gather and interpret data.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

· Perform all procedures as requested by providers and/or protocols in all the department’s clinical locations. 

·  Perform proper patient positioning, preparation, and electrode placement for all procedures and for all age groups. 

· Obtain and document patient vital signs as requested. 

·  Explain various procedures to patients, answering questions and addressing concerns. 

·  Monitor patient vitals and symptoms throughout the course of procedures and document outcomes accordingly per protocol. 

· Perform 12 lead ECG and ECG rhythm strip at the direction of the ordering provider. Record electrocardiograms of high quality, free from artifact and distortion per provider order and protocol.

·  Prepare and process paperwork and digital data from electrocardiograph (ECG) readings for the provider’s review.

·  Process paperwork, digital data, and all ancillary services related to the monitor tests.

·  Configure cardiac arrhythmia monitor with patient information, perform chart prep, and review patient history.

·  Educate patients on use of various cardiac arrhythmia monitors which may include transmission of symptomatic events and/or making diary entries of activities and symptoms.

·  Perform proper placement of various cardiac arrhythmia monitors.

·  Properly document placement of the cardiac arrhythmia monitor device and perform other tasks per protocol in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) 

·  Select appropriate exercise protocol as directed by the supervising provider or Exercise Physiologist to include pre/post exercise ECG tracings and ECG tracings during exercise. Maintain surveillance of ECG tracing, document vitals and symptoms throughout the stress test, and report any abnormalities to the supervising provider or Exercise Physiologist.

·  Perform minor maintenance and cleaning of equipment and restock supplies.

·  Participate in the training of new ECG Technicians and other various allied health professionals on electrocardiographic tests and procedures. 

· Based on work location, respond to ECGs ordered throughout the clinic during office hours.

· Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

· Adheres to Corporate, Department and HR policies and procedures.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Employee is required to have visual and auditory acuity necessary for communications with other employees and/or customers to meet business needs of NHVC.  
• Employee must be able to see written documentation and be able to speak and hear for communication with employees/customers.  
• Ability to use a wide array of office equipment including, but not limited to a PC, copier, fax, multi-line telephone, etc.  
• Employee is exposed to general indoor working conditions and may on occasion require light lifting or no greater than 20 pounds and some offsite travel.