Cardiology EKG Tech & Stress Testing Specialist

Rhode Island Hospital; Newport; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University Health is seeking an Electrocardiography Technician to perform routine and emergency EKGs and stress tests on diverse patient populations at Newport Hospital. You will prepare patients, monitor vitals, and ensure accurate documentation and final reporting under physician supervision.

The role requires knowledge of medical terminology, transcription, and current CPR certification, with proficiency in computer systems for charting and billing.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology and transcription processes.
• Proficiency with computer systems and data entry.
• Current CPR certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and emergency EKGs.
• Prepares patient for tests considering age and needs.
• Obtains quality EKG studies with proper equipment.
• Obtains comparisons of EKGs for physician review.
• Performs stress testing under supervision after informed consent.
• Monitors patient and documents vital signs and symptoms.
• Responds to Code Blue and participates in emergency care.
• Completes and distributes final reports and maintains records.

Skills

Medical terminology

Transcription

Computer skills

CPR certification

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Brown University Health is seeking an Electrocardiography Technician to perform routine and emergency EKGs and stress tests on diverse patient populations at Newport Hospital. You will prepare patients, monitor vitals, and ensure accurate documentation and final reporting under physician supervision.

The role requires knowledge of medical terminology, transcription, and current CPR certification, with proficiency in computer systems for charting and billing.