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Location: Bethesda Butler Hospital 3125 Hamilton Mason Rd, Hamilton, OH 45011
Work Hours:
- PRN hours, minimum 8 hours bi-weekly
- Day shift, every Friday
Job Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Up to 1 year of experience in a related field
- Ability to start IVs (may be required)
Job Overview:
Bethesda Butler Hospital is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Cardiac Exercise Testing Technician to perform graded exercise testing under the supervision of a registered nurse (R.N.). The technician assists patients in preparation for testing by applying electrodes, monitoring vital signs, and observing cardiac activity. Any abnormalities in heart rhythm must be promptly reported to the supervising R.N. This role requires strong interpersonal skills, service excellence, and a solid understanding of cardiac conditions. Additional responsibilities may include conducting signal-average EKGs, Holter monitor testing, and standard EKGs. Job Responsibilities:
- Perform graded exercise testing while ensuring patient safety and comfort
- Explain procedures and properly apply electrodes
- Monitor patients during testing and identify cardiac abnormalities
- Maintain a clean and well-prepared testing environment
- Demonstrate professionalism, teamwork, and flexibility
- Provide excellent customer service and exhibit strong interpersonal skills
- Assist in cardiology-related procedures, including EKGs and Holter monitor application
- Recognize and respond appropriately to emergency situations
- Stay up to date with best practices and trends in cardiology
Working Conditions:
The role requires a range of physical activities and sensory awareness to ensure patient safety and effective performance of cardiac exercise testing.
Physical Requirements:
- Climbing: Rarely
- Kneeling: Rarely
- Lifting 50+ lbs.: Rarely
- Lifting <50 lbs.: Occasionally
- Pulling/Pushing: Occasionally
- Reaching: Occasionally
- Sitting: Occasionally
- Standing: Frequently
- Stooping: Occasionally
- Walking: Frequently
- Use of Hands: Frequently
Sensory and Communication Requirements:
- Hearing (Conversation & Other Sounds): Frequently
- Talking: Frequently
- Color Vision: Frequently
- Visual Acuity (Far): Frequently
- Visual Acuity (Near): Consistently
TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors
At TriHealth, we believe there is no responsibility more important than to SERVE our patients, our communities, and our fellow team members. To achieve our vision and mission, ALL TriHealth team members are expected to demonstrate and live the following:
Serve: ALWAYS…
• Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello"
• Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist
• Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas
Excel: ALWAYS…
• Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer's expectations have not been met
• Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators)
• Work on improving quality, safety, and service
Respect: ALWAYS…
• Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences.
• Respect everyone’s opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role.
• Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests.
Value: ALWAYS…
• Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared and actively participating.
• Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe.
• Be a good steward of our resources, using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and will look for ways to avoid waste.
Engage: ALWAYS…
• Acknowledge wins and frequently thank team members and others for contributions.
• Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members and the community |
