EKG Technician II

• Full Time; 36 hours per week; 3 x 12 hour shift; Monday - Thursday: 6:30am - 7:00pm

• Operate electrocardiograph equipment to record the electromotive variations in heart muscle actions; assist in the coding, filing, and distribution of EKG data. Perform as a member of the cardiac arrest team, obtaining ECG record of events; assist emergency situations by initiating and/or assisting in emergency procedures prescribed by hospital policies.

• Operate electrocardiograph equipment to record the electromotive variations in heart muscle actions.
• Prepare patient for electrocardiogram by explaining testing procedures and fastening electrodes to specific areas of arms, legs, and chest.
• Enter patient information into electrocardiograph including history number and patient's name.
• Remove electrodes; add billing charge to requisition slip; review electrocardiogram for technical acceptability and rate.
• Mount electrocardiograms for interpretation by physician; code and distribute EKG data; record and file information relating to tests performed.
• Clean, adjust and perform routine maintenance on equipment to ensure proper functioning.
• Assist in the training of new personnel.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

• High School Graduate or GED

• 1 Year successful experience as an ECG Technician I

• N/A

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Deal tactfully and courteously with the public
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Accept responsibility for accuracy and responsiveness
• Work under pressure
• Perform ECG and ECG related studies
• Basic computer skills

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