Position Overview
Purpose of Position
To help diagnose, monitor, and treat heart conditions by doing special procedures. They work alongside cardiologists and other medical staff, providing important technical support and aiding in patient care.
Key Performance Areas
- Independent functioning in all categories.
- Echocardiography (perform, analysis, interpret) and TEE's.
- ECG's (Stress tests, Routine).
- Pacemakers (implantation and follow-up).
- BP Holters, heart catheterization and IVUS, intraβaortic balloon pumping, tilt tests.
- Preparation and calibration of equipment.
- Preparation and instruction of patients.
- Calculation of test data and preparation of reports for/and interpretations.
- Performance of quality control procedures.
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 (Matric)
- National Diploma or equivalent relevant qualification
- Registration with HPCS...