Certified EKG Technician (Full Time, Days)

Description
Job Summary: Operates electrocardiograph (ECG or EKG) equipment to record electric variations and impulses of the heart for use in the diagnosis of heart disorders. Places Holter monitors (24-hour ECG recordings), scans Holter monitors and provides a preliminary result to physicians, and assists with exercise (stress) testing.
Qualifications
Minimum Job Requirements:
* Certified Cardiographic Technician or other advanced training and registry via CCI - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment.
* Experience in the use of ECG and/or Holter and stress test equipment.
* American Heart Association (AHA) BLS - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
* High school education or equivalent preferred.
* 1-2 years of experience in the use of ECG and/or Holter and stress test equipment preferred.
* Ability to demonstrate excellent customer service skills.
* Ability to perform competently and efficiently in crisis situations.
* Ability to relate cooperatively and constructively with patients, families, and co-workers.
* Effective oral and written communication skills.
* Able to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
* Complies with hospital safety regulations and infection control policies.
Job Specific Duties:
* Recognizes arrhythmias and reports them promptly to the physicians and clinicians.
* Scans Holter monitors and prepares preliminary report for physicians.
* Ensures adequate inventory of EKG, Holter, and stress equipment.
* Explains examination procedure and reassures patient and family to ensure comfort, understanding, and cooperation.
* Maintains equipment in good working condition and reports malfunctions to supervisor in a timely manner.
* Performs EKG, Holter monitoring, and exercise (stress) tests accurately and following department policies and procedures.
* Performs inventory, stocks, cleans, and assists with special projects that result in department quality improvements.
* Presents/reports service data and test results for continuous quality improvement initiatives on a monthly basis.
* Complies with all hospital safety regulations and infection control policies.
Job:
Imaging & Radiology
Department:
HEART STATION-
Job Status:
Professional