EKG Technician (Electrocardiography) - PRN

Job Description

Why Join TriHealth?

Join a supportive, team-oriented environment where you'll make a real impact on patient heart health as Electrocardiography Technician. This role offers hands-on experience with EKGs, Holter monitors, and stress testing , giving you the opportunity to grow your cardiac skills while working with advanced technology. At TriHealth, you'll benefit from career development opportunities, a stable healthcare system, and a culture focused on quality care and teamwork.

Location:

Bethesda North Hospital at 10500 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati, OH 45242


Work Schedule:

• PRN (Optional hours)
• Shift varies
• Weekend and holiday rotation coverage

Job Requirements:

• Required Education:
  • High School Degree
• Preferred Education & Certification
  • Completion of an accredited EKG/ECG Technician training program
  • Current EKG Technician certification (e.g., CET or CCT) preferred
• Preferred Experience
  • Current or recent experience performing EKG tracings in a clinical or hospital setting
  • Experience with EMR systems, charge capture, and clinical documentation workflows
  • Experience with Holter monitor application and processing
  • Familiarity with stress testing procedures (or willingness to be trained)

Incentives & Benefits:

This position is classified as PRN and is not eligible for TriHealth benefits.

Job Overview:
This position is responsible for performing EKG tracings and Holter Monitors, as well as processing corresponding paperwork and charging. This position also edits interpreted EKGs, is responsible for office communications, and cleans and troubleshoots equipment. Cross training is also provided to perform Stress Testing as needed.

Job Responsibilities:

• Accurately processes accompanying paperwork, charges, editing, filing, etc.
• Performs quality EKGs in a timely manner, which are clear and easily interpreted.
• Maintains equipment and cleans as necessary. Reports any equipment issues to Asst. Manager or Supervisor as well as appropriate departments. Works with Clinical Engineering, I.S., or secretary regarding any EKG cart, IECG EKG system, or Holter system concerns.
• Applying holters, assisting in department duties or GXT lab as needed.
• Answers phone promptly and communicating with all customers appropriately. Seeks resolution to requests, example: sending test results to office.

Working Conditions:
Climbing - Rarely
Concentrating - Frequently
Continuous Learning - Occasionally
Hearing: Conversation - Frequently
Hearing: Other Sounds - Frequently
Interpersonal Communication - Consistently
Kneeling - Rarely
Lifting <10 Lbs - Frequently
Lifting 50+ Lbs. - Rarely
Lifting <50 Lbs. - Occasionally
Pulling - Occasionally
Pushing - Frequently
Reaching - Occasionally
Reading - Frequently
Sitting - Frequently
Standing - Frequently
Stooping - Occasionally
Talking - Frequently
Thinking/Reasoning - Occasionally
Use of Hands - Frequently
Color Vision - Frequently
Visual Acuity: Far - Frequently
Visual Acuity: Near - Consistently
Walking - Frequently

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