Allina Health Systems Minneapolis , MN 55415
Posted 5 days ago
Number of Job Openings Available:
1
Date Posted:
June 28, 2024
Department:
31005034 AHMHI EKG Holter MPLS
Shift:
Day/Evening/Night (United States of America)
Shift Length:
8 hour shift
Hours Per Week:
16
Union Contract:
SEIU-4-Abbott Northwestern Residual Workers
Weekend Rotation:
Every 3rd
Job Summary:
Performs 12 lead EKGs hospital wide, edits physician interpreted EKGs, applies holter and cardiac monitors, completes high level disinfection of the "OR and Tee" probes.
Key Position Details:
Job Description:
Principle Responsibilities
Performs artifact free 12 lead EKGs
Uses proper skin prep and lead placement.
Competently uses all EKG cart functions.
Edits physician interpreted EKGs.
Uses Muse functions to send EKGs to outreach and change/update demographics and other data.
Applies Holter monitors and cardiac event monitors/patches
Uses proper skin prep and lead placement for each device.
Instructs patients in use and how to return monitor.
Preps and monitors for cardiac stress test
Maintains knowledge of multiple cardiac stress tests that are performed.
Uses proper skin prep and lead placement for each test.
Documents heart rate and blood pressure during exercise.
Removes leads from patient, and prepares patient for discharge.
Cleans equipment and restocks rooms.
Communicates with patient
Greets and prepares the patient for test, explaining actions.
Responds to questions and other needs promptly.
Ensures patient is in safe situation at all times.
Participates in maintaining safe environment
Cleans equipment using high level disinfection process.
Uses equipment per department and manufacturer guidelines.
Protects patient, self and others from injury by using proper equipment and body mechanics for transfers, lifts and transport.
Communicates with supervisor and team
Reports promptly concerns related to patient condition.
Identifies issues with equipment and reports to appropriate resource.
Communicates ideas and suggestions for process improvement.
Other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
Physical Demands
Light Work:
Lifting weight Up to 20 lbs. occasionally, Up to 10 lbs. frequently
Allina Health Systems