EKG Technician

• Cardiology
• Per Diem 8 Hour Rotating Shifts (Non-Exempt) (Union) USC
• 4.1 Los Angeles, CA Job Details Per diem $23.92
• $40.

66 an hour 14 hours ago Qualifications Collaborate with healthcare professionals BLS Certification Assisting with diagnostic tests and procedures High school diploma or GED Electrocardiogram interpretation Experience working with cardiac care patients Data interpretation Patient interaction Full Job Description Job

ID REQ20179860

Category Keck Medicine of USC As an integral part of the Cardiology Department, the EKG Tech performs non-invasive Cardiology diagnostic procedures. Essential Duties Performs technically adequate ECGs Responsible for collection of ECG data from ECG Machines Hospital wide; downloads data into ECG Database and insures proper billing of ECG studies Assists in transportation of patients to and from the Cardiology department Prepares ECG for interpretation by cardiologists Responsible for maintenance and stocking of supplies on ECG carts Responsible for reporting critical values to licensed caregiver Responsible for establishing and maintaining courteous, cooperative service oriented relationships with patients, public and other members of the healthcare team Responsible for providing a clean, safe environment for patients and visitors Responds timely to

STAT ECG

as per departmental policy and procedure Participates in department Performance Improvement projects Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to any age-related needs of the patients served in his/her assigned unit Works in conjunction with the Cardiology Nurse and Supervisor to insure high quality diagnostic studies Reports and documents unusual or critical values to Attending Cardiologist in a timely and appropriate manner Prepares accurate charges documents, maintains accurate and meaningful patient records, and documents studies in Department Log Sheet in a timely manner Responsible for maintaining department supply levels Uses all equipment properly Performs proper cleaning of laboratory equipment, including high-level disinfection of TEE probes Maintains a clean work area Exercises sound judgment in relating physicians order to the actual condition and need of the patient Consults with the Supervisor and Attending or Ordering Physician when indicated Performs other tasks as assigned by Supervisor Qualifications Req High School or equivalent Req Specialized/technical training Completion of EKG certification. Req 2 years Experience in a Hospital based Non-Invasive Cardiology Lab performing 12-lead ECG's. Pref Preferred experience performing Exercise and Chemical Stress Studies, and Holter and Event Monitors set up and review. Req Ability to perform right-sided precordial leads (V4R, V5R, V6R) and posterior leads (V7, V8, V9). Req Ability to perform serial 12-lead EKGs. Req Ability to recognize EKG tracings appropriate for patients with pacemakers and AICD's and make appropriate technical settings accordingly. Req Demonstrates ability to effectively work with physicians, staff, and patients. Req EKG Technician Certification From National Healthcareer Association or Certified Cardiographic Technician Certification Req Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only) Keck Hospital of USC, a 343-bed acute care hospital, provides exceptional and innovative care for complex medical and surgical conditions across a wide range of specialties. The hospital's world-renowned physicians deliver compassionate, customized, patient-centered care and treat the most acutely ill patients with highly innovative techniques and treatment plans. As a leading academic medical center, hundreds of clinical trials are currently taking place at Keck Hospital and its affiliated research institutions, giving patients access to novel and promising therapies that are generally not available elsewhere. Every day at Keck Hospital, physicians, nurses and staff go beyond the science of exceptional medicine to bring patients breakthroughs in the art of caring. Join this world-class team providing highly specialized care, up-to-the-minute research, and innovative clinical trials. The hourly rate range for this position is $23.92

• $40.

66. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations. Job

ID REQ20179860

Posted Date 09/08/2026