EKG Technician

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs 12-lead ECG tracing tests.
• Recognizes abnormal ECG rhythm tracings and notifies appropriate personnel.
• Performs ECGs ordered by providers in various departments throughout the hospital.
• Ensures proper patient positioning, preparation, and electrode placement for all procedures.
• Obtains and documents patient vital signs prior to ECG testing.
• Explains procedures and answers patient questions before, during, and after ECG testing.
• Educates patients on the use of cardiac arrhythmia monitors, including symptom documentation.
• Performs proper placement and documentation of cardiac arrhythmia monitors.
• Stocks, cleans, and restocks ECG equipment and carts daily.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Supervisor, including emergency duties as required.

Education:

• High School Diploma or High School Equivalency Diploma.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Minimum three (3) months experience as an EKG Technician
• Ability to perform ECG tests and place various cardiac device monitors
• Ability to obtain and document patient vital signs
• Ability to work with and maintain confidential patient information
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to document and communicate patient observations and outcomes of care in EMR systems
• Ability to operate a computer.
• Ability to adapt to changes in office procedures (EPIC).
• Demonstrated professionalism.
• Ability to work alternate weekends (Saturday and Sunday).