Cardiovascular Technician
- Loma Linda University Medical Center
- Loma Linda, CA, USA
Job Description
Cardiovascular Lab - (Full-time, Day Shift) -
Our mission is to continue the teaching and healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Our core values are compassion, integrity, excellence, teamwork and wholeness.
The Cardiovascular Technician assists in performing simple and complex diagnostic tests in the Cardiac Diagnostic Laboratory on adult and pediatric patients. Performs treadmill stress tests, Holter/Event monitoring hookup and scanning, cardiopulmonary stress testing, and electrocardiograms. Recognizes cardiac dysrhythmia and life threatening arrhythmias and initiates emergency resuscitation measures as needed. Provides care in the cardiac diagnostic laboratory to assure highest quality tests results. Works closely with Cardiologist, Cardiology Fellows, Residents, Nurses and Students to guarantee optimal stress test quality. Transcribes results and prepares records for physician interpretation. May do scheduling, patient charges, supply ordering, stocking, and report generation and retrieval as required. Records treatment and diagnostic information for the medical record. Utilizes independent judgment and initiative appropriately. Performs other duties as needed.
High School Diploma and completion of a basic arrhythmia course required. Associate of Science Degree from a two year program preferred. Minimum one year of stress testing experience in either adult or pediatric preferred. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
Excellent knowledge of cardiac anatomy and physiology, patient care, dysrhythmia recognition, and specialized techniques as required. Ability to perform algebraic calculations; ability to interpret data and critical thinking skills required. Able to read; write and speak with professional quality; use computer and software programs necessary to the position, e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook; Assembly, operate and troubleshooting patient/machine equipment; patient assessment; preventative maintenance, calibration of equipment and basic office equipment required for the position. Able to relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others; be assertive and consistent in following and/or enforcing policies; work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; lead, supervise, teach, and collaborate; accept direction. Able to communicate effectively in English in person, in writing, and on the telephone; think critically; work independently; perform basic math and statistical functions; manage multiple assignments; compose written material; work well under pressure; problem solve; organize and prioritize workload; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail. Able to distinguish colors as necessary; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone, and identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the workplace; see adequately to read computer screens, and written documents necessary to the position.
Specialties & Research:
As the largest hospital in our region, Loma Linda University Medical Center (LLUMC) has over 20 specialties. We are involved in clinical studies and other research programs in areas such as perinatal and molecular biology. We have led the field of infant heart transplantation where we have performed about 50% of the world’s heart transplants in infants less than six months of age, while our Cancer Institute brings focus to cancer research on prevention and treatment. Other areas of research include osteoporosis, mineral metabolism and nutrition.
Our specialties include:
- Cancer Care - including Proton Treatment Center
- Cardiac Services
- Transplantation Services
- Rehabilitation/Orthopaedic/Neurosurgery Services
- Children's Hospital
- Mental Health Services
- Emergency Services
- Level III NICU
For nearly 100 years, Loma Linda University Medical Center (LLUMC) has been committed to providing its community with the best health care possible. With more than 400 faculty physicians and over 6,000 other personnel dedicated to the delivery of quality health care, our hospital proudly celebrates its one hundred year anniversary. From its humble beginnings in 1905 to the present day 11-story building with 789 licensed beds; we have grown to become a leader in health care and pioneer of life-saving medicine.
LLUMC operates some of the largest clinical programs in the United States in areas such as neonatal care. We are also recognized as an international leader in infant heart transplantation and one of only three hospital-based proton cancer treatment centers in the country. Each year, the institution admits over 30,000 inpatients and serves over 400,000 outpatients. LLUMC is the only Level-I regional trauma center for Inyo, Mono, Riverside, and San Bernardino counties.
Loma Linda University Medical Center is a 789-bed academic tertiary care hospital with over twenty specialties. We have 72 beds in our Level III NICU, which is the only one of its kind and size in our region, as well as the Children’s Hospital dedicated just for kids. Along with the Children’s Hospital, LLUMC’s East Campus, and Behavioral Medicine Center, we have nearly 900 beds available for patient care. Our East Campus specializes in the areas of physical medicine and rehabilitation, orthopedics, neurosurgery and family medicine.
Honors & Recognition
- “America’s Best Hospital” for Cardiac Services US News & World Report 2004
- National Research Corporation (NRC) Consumer Choice Award for 5 straight years (1999-2004) for the San Bernardino and Riverside Counties
- Serving the Community for 100 Years