Cardio Non Inv Tech I (EKG) - Alabama Cardiovascular Group

As a EKG Tech at Grandview Medical Group you'll join a team and be a part of a culture that's dedicated to providing top quality care to our patients. Our full-time employees enjoy a robust benefits package which may include health insurance, 401(k), licensure/certification reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, and student loan assistance for eligible roles.

• Job Summary
• The Cardiovascular Non-Invasive Technician I performs advanced non-invasive cardiovascular diagnostic procedures, including EKGs and stress tests.

This role involves working across multiple departments to ensure high-quality patient care and accurate diagnostic results. The technician operates specialized non-invasive equipment, supports patient assessments, and maintains adherence to safety protocols.

• Essential Functions
• + Performs EKGs with correct lead placement, ensuring accurate readings for patients of all ages.

+ Operates specialized non-invasive equipment, ensuring accurate diagnostic imaging and monitoring of heart function. + Assists in patient preparation for procedures, including explaining tests, positioning patients, and applying electrodes correctly. + Monitors patient vital signs during tests, ensuring safety and adjusting as needed based on patient response. + Documents test results accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR), ensuring timely communication to physicians and healthcare staff. + Analyzes test data to provide preliminary reports for physician review, identifying abnormalities and significant findings. + Collaborates with physicians and healthcare teams to optimize diagnostic testing and patient care. + Maintains inventory of supplies and ensures equipment is calibrated, cleaned, and functioning properly. + Adheres to radiation safety and infection control protocols, utilizing personal protective equipment (PPE) when necessary. + Participates in quality improvement initiatives, focusing on non-invasive cardiovascular diagnostic services. + Performs other duties as assigned. + Maintains regular and reliable attendance. + Complies with all policies and standards.

• Qualifications
• + Associate Degree in an accredited Cardiovascular Technology program required + 0-1 years of experience in cardiovascular or diagnostic service in an acute care hospital setting required
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• + Basic understanding of cardiovascular anatomy and EKG lead placement.

+ Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with patients and healthcare staff. + Ability to handle medical equipment safely and accurately. + Good organizational skills and attention to detail, particularly in patient care documentation. + Proficiency in electronic medical record (EMR) systems is preferred.

• Licenses and Certifications
• + BCLS - Basic Life Support obtained within 90 days of hire requiredEqual Employment Opportunity This organization does not discriminate in any way to deprive any person of employment opportunities or otherwise adversely affect the status of any employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or military or uniformed services, in accordance with all applicable governmental laws and regulations.

In addition, the facility complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to: hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. If you are an applicant with a mental or physical disability who needs a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, contact the director of Human Resources at the facility to which you are seeking employment; Simply go to http://www.chs.net/serving-communities/locations/ to obtain the main telephone number of the facility and ask for Human Resources.