Cardiac EKG Technician: Precise ECGs & Holter

Mercy Health; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision coverage

403(b) with employer contributions

Paid time off and disability benefits

Tuition assistance and professional发展

Job summary

Mercy Health is seeking an Electronics/ECG Technician to perform 12- and 18-lead ECGs with high-quality tracings and minimal artifacts. You will verify patient identity, apply leads, and process tests for physician interpretation in accordance with department procedures.

Responsibilities include Holter and Event Monitor procedures, equipment maintenance, and training of new staff. Requires a HS diploma or GED and BLS certification; 1 year EKG experience preferred.

Qualifications

• 1 year of EKG experience (preferred)
• BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association (required)
• High school diploma or GED (required)
• Use and comprehend basic computer applications and diagnose common EKG equipment problems.

Responsibilities

• Verifies patient name armband to the order requisition to ensure correct patient testing.
• Applies chest and extremity electrodes with proper lead placement; prepares chest area as needed for high quality tracings.
• Performs, transmits, and processes EKGs.
• Performs Holter Monitoring procedures: application, monitoring, and diary instructions for patients.
• Performs Event Monitor procedures: application and post-event transmissions guidance for patients.
• Maintains equipment in clean, proper working condition and reports malfunctions or supplies needs.
• Participates in cross training and orients new department staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Family communication

Teamwork

Conflict resolution

Active listening

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Basic computer applications

Job description

Mercy Health is seeking an Electronics/ECG Technician to perform 12- and 18-lead ECGs with high-quality tracings and minimal artifacts. You will verify patient identity, apply leads, and process tests for physician interpretation in accordance with department procedures.

Responsibilities include Holter and Event Monitor procedures, equipment maintenance, and training of new staff. Requires a HS diploma or GED and BLS certification; 1 year EKG experience preferred.