Certified EKG Technician

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.

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.

• 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.

Imaging & Radiology

HEART STATION-

Professional