Certified EKG Technician (Full Time, Days)

Description Job Summary: Operates electrocardiograph (ECG or EKG) equipment to record electric variations and impulses of the heart for use in the diagnosis of heart disorders. Places Holter monitors (24-hour ECG recordings), scans Holter monitors and provides a preliminary result to physicians, and assists with exercise (stress) testing. Qualifications Minimum Job Requirements: * Certified Cardiographic Technician or other advanced training and registry via CCI - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment. * Experience in the use of ECG and/or Holter and stress test equipment. * American Heart Association (AHA) BLS - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: * High school education or equivalent preferred. * 1-2 years of experience in the use of ECG and/or Holter and stress test equipment preferred. * Ability to demonstrate excellent customer service skills. * Ability to perform competently and efficiently in crisis situations. * Ability to relate cooperatively and constructively with patients, families, and co-workers. * Effective oral and written communication skills. * Able to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information. * Complies with hospital safety regulations and infection control policies. Job Specific Duties: * Recognizes arrhythmias and reports them promptly to the physicians and clinicians. * Scans Holter monitors and prepares preliminary report for physicians. * Ensures adequate inventory of EKG, Holter, and stress equipment. * Explains examination procedure and reassures patient and family to ensure comfort, understanding, and cooperation. * Maintains equipment in good working condition and reports malfunctions to supervisor in a timely manner. * Performs EKG, Holter monitoring, and exercise (stress) tests accurately and following department policies and procedures. * Performs inventory, stocks, cleans, and assists with special projects that result in department quality improvements. * Presents/reports service data and test results for continuous quality improvement initiatives on a monthly basis. * Complies with all hospital safety regulations and infection control policies. Job: Imaging & Radiology Department: HEART STATION-2100-711000 Job Status: Professional