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.
Responsible for performing EKGs, hooking up and discontinuing Holter monitors, maintaining equipment, transcription and disbursement of all reports, transporting of patients throughout the cardiology department as needed, and assistance/collaboration with all related departments (Echocardiograph, Stress Testing, Cardiac/Pulmonary Rehab, Mobile ultrasound, and other hospital departments).
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Performs EKGs according to the established departmental protocols. Maintains and completes all aspects of TracemasterVue, including but not limited to charges, assigning of EKGs, transcription of dictation, correcting information on EKGs, proper download of EKGs, and any related aspects. File, fax, chart, transcribe any related cardiology report. Proper distribution of any cardiology report. Hook up and discontinuation of Holter monitors following the established protocols. Maintenance of all logs (EKG, Echo, Holter, etc), distribution reports, or related duties. Responds to all CPRs. Collaborates with any related team members, physicians, and/or departments to coordinate care and provide continuity of care. Performs related tasks and all other activities/tasks as directed by the Department Director/supervisor. Serves as a positive role model of heart healthy lifestyle. Contributes to a positive work climate and the overall team effort of the department and hospital, perform any related responsibility as required or directed and greet guest in accordance to our Guest Excellence principles. Performs related responsibilities as required or directed.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
EDUCATION:
High school education or equivalent
LICENSURE, REGISTRATION, CERTIFICATION
BLS certification must be obtained within the orientation period, and certification must be kept current while in this position Recommend EKG Technician certification
EXPERIENCE
Basic EKG knowledge, identification of basic abnormal rhythms usually acquired through 3 months of on-the-job training
NONDISCRIMINATION NOTICE STATEMENT
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