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Sinai Chicago

EKG TECHNICIAN

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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

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Job Description

About Sinai Health System Located on Chicago's West and Southwest Side, Sinai Health System is comprised of Mount Sinai Hospital, Holy Cross Hospital, Schwab Rehabilitation Hospital, Sinai Children's Hospital, Sinai Community Institute, Sinai Medical Group, and Sinai Urban Health Institute. The entities of Sinai Health System collectively deliver a full range of quality inpatient and outpatient services, as well as a large number of innovative, community-based health, research and social service programs. We focus our collective depth of expertise and passion to improve the health of the 1.5 million people who live in our diverse service area. With our team of dedicated caregivers, Sinai Health System is committed to building stronger, healthier communities. A partner with the Jewish United Fund in serving our community
General Summary/Basic Purpose of Job:
The EKG Tech performs basic Non-Invasive Cardiology diagnostic procedures upon patients with suspected deficiencies and abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system. Performs routine ECG studies on neonatal, pediatric and adult patients in accordance with physicians written orders. Places electrodes on patient's chest, legs, and arm area. Attaches leads from ECG machine to patient for standard ECG recording. Notes any significant technical comments on the recording and has knowledge of the rhythms: modified lead placement, uncontrolled patient movement, etc. Reports any abnormal findings to the patient's RN or MD. Performs routine Holter and Event monitoring procedures on adult and pediatric patients. Instructs patient in care of the monitor and required activity documentation. Prepares skin and attaches leads. Provides hook-up and scans 24 and 48 hours holter monitor after completion of study. Instructs and educates patients the importance of completing the diary of any palpitations during the study and reports the findings to MD Performs cardiac exercise stress testing and nuclear cardiology stress testing under physician supervision. Orients patient to procedure, takes patient history, prepares skin and attaches leads and monitors the entire procedure with the nurse and MD. Documents any significant patient complaints during the procedure (including pain). Records baseline ECGs, BPs, and monitors patient under the supervision of the responsible physician. Prepares patients for stress echocardiography procedures. Prepares skin and attaches leads. Records baseline ECGs.
Minimum Requirements:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED). Prior education through a training school for Cardiographic Technicians is preferred. Must have current CPR card. Certified Cardiographic Technician (