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EvergreenHealth
DI Support-Per Diem
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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.
$84,854 / year median in Washington
+18% projected growth
Job Description
Wage Range:
$23.60 - $36.18 per hour plus per diem premium Posted wage ranges represent the entire range from minimum to maximum. For jobs with more than one level, the posted range reflects the minimum of the lowest level and the maximum of the highest level. Some positions also offer additional premiums based on shift, certifications or degrees. Job offers are determined based on a candidate's years of relevant experience, level of education and internal equity.Job Summary:
Assists the Diagnostic Imaging staff by performing various clerical duties and provides assistance to the department by cleaning rooms after exams, restocking supplies and transporting patients, as needed.Primary Duties:
- Handles incoming and interoffice telephone calls and inquiries.
- Greets patients, obtains history from patient, readies them for scan.
- Obtains lab work and other necessary patient information from EPIC.
- Schedules DI scan exams from the EIPC imaging queue, ensuring all paperwork is complete and accurate.
- Updates patient status in the EPIC system to indicate exam completion.
License, Certification, Education or Experience:
REQUIRED
for the position: 1. High School graduate or equivalent 2. Good working knowledge of proper body mechanics 3. Knowledge of Radiology/Medical terminology 4. Experience with direct patient contact experience for at least 6 months DESIRED for the position: 5. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license and experienceBenefit Information:
Choices that care for you and your family At EvergreenHealth, we appreciate our employees' commitment and contribution to our success. We are proud to offer the following benefits and resources for our per diem staff to help maintain and improve health and financial well-being.- Washington Paid Sick Leave (WPSL)
- Participation in 457(b) retirement plan
- Free parking
- Cafeteria & Gift Shop Discount View a summary of our total rewards available to full and part time benefit eligible EvergreenHealth team members by clicking on the link below. Kirkland Employee Benefits | Kirkland, WA | EvergreenHealth
- This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between EvergreenHealth and the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Healthcare 1199NW.