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10 HOSP Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
ECG Technician
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What they do
An EKG Technician assists with specialized tests using an electrocardiogram machine, to monitor the performance of a patient's heart. Works under the direction of a physician or specialist. Explains test procedures to patients, sets up and runs equipment and monitors readings. Provides reports and readings from the test to a physician for analysis.
$64,691 / year median in Illinois
+16% projected growth
Job Description
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report. Day (United States of America) Location Ann & Robert H.
Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago Job Description Job Summary:
Performs diagnostic cardiac procedures/tests to assist physicians in assessing patient's cardiac function. Understands and integrates into the delivery of patient care the needs of neonatal, pediatric, adolescent and adult patients in regard to their growth and development process. The position actively supports the Hospital's and the department's Continuous Quality Improvement and customer service goals, individually and as an effective team member.Essential Job Functions:
Performs ECG's, Holters and other diagnostic tests. When applicable, supports EP device team performing day to day processing in Epic and PaceArt. Recognizes demographic errors and assures accurate processing of ECG data. Recognizes dangerous arrhythmias, sinus tachy/brady, and contacts cardiologist. Processes charges and assures hospital and physician charges and diagnosis coding are accurate. Issues, applies and tracks Holter and transtelephonic event recorders. Instructs patients, caregivers and house staff in their use. Performs all associated paperwork and accurately logs procedure. Documents holter and event timeline in Epic. Receives, tracks and processes faxed and outreach ECG and Holters. Takes inventory, determines inventory projection and contacts Lead Tech. Tracks, maintains and performs quality and functional checks on equipment. Contacts Bio Med HTM or manufacturers as warranted. Attends departmental and divisional meetings and seminars as requested. Adheres to all hospital policies associated with confidentiality, customer service, Continuous Quality Improvement and Infection Control. Performs job functions adhering to service principles with customer service focus of innovation, service excellence and teamwork to provide the highest quality care and service to our patients, families, co-workers and others. Supports ECG services at the main campus and Lincoln Park as assigned. Other job functions as assigned.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
High school diploma or equivalent. Associates degree and/or Certified Nurse Assistant preferred. Prefer minimum six months experience in pediatric ECG, demonstrating ability to evaluate simple pediatric arrhythmias and simple pacemaker function. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with Hospital/department staff and parents/patients Ability to travel among various nursing units and outpatient facilities. Basic Life Support Certification required. Education High School Diploma/GED (Required) (BLS)- Basic Life Support
- American Heart Association Pay Range $19.00
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