Cardiac Technician

Baptistfirst; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptistfirst in Montgomery, Alabama is looking for a dedicated Cardiac Technician to assist nursing staff in monitoring heart rhythms of patients. You will perform electrocardiographs and handle clerical operations related to the EKG area. The ideal candidate must have a high school diploma and be skilled in EKG interpretation.

This full-time role requires strong communication skills and the ability to work professionally in a team-oriented environment. The position entails working primarily during third shift.

Qualifications

• Interpret dysrhythmias and notify nursing staff appropriately.
• Complete EKG interpretation course with a passing score within 6 weeks.
• Engage with patients and staff professionally.

Responsibilities

• Monitor heart rhythms of patients on telemetry.
• Perform electrocardiographs in Non-Invasive Cardiology area.
• Handle clerical tasks such as data preparation for physician interpretation.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

## Cardiac TechnicianApplyremote type: 1- Onsitelocations: Baptist Medical Center Southtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR106119Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing comprehensive hospital-based and outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore counties.To learn more about Baptist Health, visit us at https://www.baptistfirst.org.**Highlights:****Summary**: The Cardiac Technician assists the nursing staff in monitoring the heart rhythms of patients on telemetry. The ability to interpret dysrhythmias and respond quickly and appropriately in the notification of nursing staff is essential. Some record keeping and posting of rhythm strips may be required. This position is also responsible for working as a team member within the Non-Invasive Cardiology area to perform electrocardiographs. This position is also responsible for the clerical operation of the EKG area. Clerical functions include preparation of data for physician interpretation, transcription, filing and reporting to the medical record.**Education / Experience**:High School diploma or equivalent required. Prior training in EKG rhythm strip interpretation preferred. Successful completion of an EKG interpretation course and able to score 85% on rhythm strip exam required within 6 weeks in position.**License / Certification**: BLS required**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities**: • Ability to interact with customers, peers, physicians, and other hospital staff in a professional manner. • Possesses interpersonal skills • Ability to communicate appropriately, verbal or written**Working Conditions/Physical Requirements**:Position requires sitting for 80% of the workday and mobility 20% of the workday. There is occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching. There is frequent reaching, use of hands and repetitive action. Requires occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds, pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds. There is a continuous need for speaking with clear diction and hearing sensitivity in conversation either by phone or in person. Continuous visual acuity at close and distant range. Inside protected from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. Minimal noise levels. Much exposure to computer work. Occasional exposure to risk of electrical shock. Some exposure to infectious disease while performing job-related tasks. Some exposure to hazardous chemicals. Occasional exposure to radiation.**Primary Location:**Baptist Medical Center South**Job:**Cardiac TechnicianCardiac Technician**Job Type:**Regular-Full time**Shift**:Third Shift (United States of America)