Electrocardiographic Technician II

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for conducting electrocardiographic (ECG) procedures on patients, within the acceptable standards of clinical practice, patient safety, policies and procedures.
• Prepare patients and diagnostic equipment/ materials used for standard 12-Lead ECG procedure. Collect and review pertinent medical, historical and medication information in order to perform an appropriate study prescribed by the physician. Verify patient’s identification, explain the procedure to the patient, and notify physician when immediate medical attention is necessary based on patient’s conditions.
• Assist in providing ECG procedures to VIPs and patients with special medical conditions.
• Operate, calibrate and maintain diagnostic equipment including identifying and correcting any wandering, interference and artifact; protect and assist patients; identify the relevant activity of the heart as produced in a specific equipment/apparatus; and prepare preliminary report of findings for final analysis and interpretation of the physician.
• Ensure optimal utilization of resources; participate in the implementation of quality improvement program of Advanced Cardiac Imaging. Ensure adequate stock of supplies and efficient working equipment, reporting faults and problems through the appropriate channels.
• Attend and participate in educational and professional growth activities related to the assigned area; ensure compliance with the hospital infection control and safety protocol; promote a positive and collaborative atmosphere with members of the healthcare team; attend departmental and other meetings, as required.
• Maintain all records pertaining to Cardiac Imaging and generate reports as required.
• Perform other job related duties.

• Health Information System
• Area specific equipment/tools/system
• All involved internal disciplines (clinical and non-clinical)
• Work-stream leads, patients and their families
• Expected to use critical-thinking skills to reach objective conclusions
• Dealing with patients and their families
• Physical endurance
• Psychological strains
• Coverage during emergencies, disasters, other unplanned unprecedented occasions
• Occasional overtime, on call, weekend, holidays work might be required
• Safe Practices related to PPE (Personal Protection Equipment)
• Operating in safe manner to reduce risk of injuries

Diploma Degree in Cardiac Technology–- Essential

Or Bachelor Degree from College of Science with a recognized Electrocardiograph Technician related certificate by Saudi Commission for Health Specialties – Essential

Registration with Saudi Commission for Health Specialties – Essential

Work Experience | SCDP-Saudi Career Development Training Program

English Language Level – I – Essential

Cardiac Technology