COMPUTERIZED EKG SYSTEM TECH

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Occ Summary

Support Cardiology by maintaining patient informa tion using thecomputerized ECG system. Coordinate and participate in a variety ofduties involved in the operation to provide detailed analysis of cardiacfunctions in the electrocardiogram.

Work Performed

Operate data processing equipment to enter and retrieve a variet y ofpatient information and physicians' reports; edit data to insurecons istency and accuracy; abstract, classify and code data.Interact with hospital information systems and enter confirmed ECGs intothat system.Prepa re duplicates of ECG tracings and physician reports; interface withcompu ter and ECG database to locate and retrieve lost information.Retrieve an d refile ECGs/folders.Perform routine equipment checks, makes minor repa irs to correctmalfunctions; report system malfunctions to appropriate se rvicepersonnel.Assist in the compilation and distribution of ECG tracing s, reports andother data as required; using copier and fax technologies(both paperand electronic), relay messages to technical staff and assist in theresolution of problems.Prepare clinical and research information; using copier and faxtechnologies (both paper and electronic).Perform in itial reading of ECG and review ECGs with attending physician.Recognize errors involved with ECG recording, analysis and storage,including misid entified patients, incorrect lead placement, includinglimb lead reversal , incorrect patient ages, diagnosis, and reason forECG.Provide a prelimi nary diagnostic report to physician and finalpreliminary tracing interpr etation.Recommend and implement new standards, procedures and techniques toimprove existing diagnostic methods.Maintain liaison with physicians, research personnel and staff toresolveproblems and to advise concernin g ECG procedures, techniques andequipment.Interface with departmental pe rsonnel to solve problems concerningpatient care, departmental policy an d treatment procedures relating toelectrocardiogram.Assist in the traini ngof new personnel.Perform other duties as requestedPerform other relat ed duties incidental to the work described herein.

Knowledge , Skills and Abilities

Ability to use computer equipment toenter data into an ECG database.Ability to establish and maintain effective w orking relationships.Working knowledge of the relevant anatomy and physi ology integral to thegeneration and recording of the ECG. Ability to wo rk under pressure,multitask and to accept responsibility for quality and accuracy.

Level Characteristics

Lead Role- Primary r eading of ECGs- Training new staff member- Quality Control, PI project- In-services- Trouble-shooting

Minimum Qualifications

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Education

High School graduate or GED.

Experience

Minimum of two year experience as an ECG Technician II or related ECGexperience with recognized competenc e.

Degrees, Licensures, Certifications

Successful completi on:1) Basic 12-Lead class;\2) Dysrhythmia class;3) Pacemaker class; and4 ) National ECG Certification

Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends onthe robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.