Cardiac ECG Technician - Fast, Precise Rhythm & Holter

Advocate Health; Park Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking an EKG technician to perform routine and STAT ECGs, identify patients, prepare studies and ensure timely transmission for physician interpretation. The role involves Holter monitor setup, patient privacy, and troubleshooting equipment issues in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities include maintaining ECG carts, coordinating with ED and floor staff, and providing training support to new staff. Requires HS diploma or GED and 1–2 years hospital-related experience.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and STAT ECG requests for inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Identify patients accurately and obtain relevant history.
• Enter/edit ECG data before transmission to mainframe.
• Assist with Holter monitor applications/removals and prep.
• Troubleshoot ECG issues and support anxious patients.
• Maintain equipment, printers, supplies and ensure timely study preparation for interpretation.
• Communicate shift updates and coordinate with nursing staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organization

Time management

Documentation

BLS knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ECG equipment

Job description

Advocate Health is seeking an EKG technician to perform routine and STAT ECGs, identify patients, prepare studies and ensure timely transmission for physician interpretation. The role involves Holter monitor setup, patient privacy, and troubleshooting equipment issues in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities include maintaining ECG carts, coordinating with ED and floor staff, and providing training support to new staff. Requires HS diploma or GED and 1–2 years hospital-related experience.