Cardio Diagnostics EKG Tech: Patient Care & Testing

UNC Health Care; Patton Park (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Pardee UNC Health Care is seeking an EKG Technician to perform and record electrocardiograms for inpatients and outpatients. The role involves patient instruction, setup of Zoll monitors, and assisting the cardiovascular team in a clinical, hospital-based setting.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, ECG/EKG experience, and BLS certification; EKG certification may be required after hire. Per diem, onsite work with variable schedules and standard hours per week.

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent.
• Experience performing / recording electrocardiograms (ECG or EKG).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Performs EKGs on inpatients and outpatients, adults and pediatric patients as ordered by referring physician; clear communication about procedures.
• Greets patients in Cardiovascular Diagnostics and relays messages clearly to team members.
• Assists nurses and technologists with patient preparation of exams in the cardiovascular department.
• Sets up Zoll Monitors and instructs patients on care and return of the device.
• Distributes test orders, reports and scans into EMR as needed.

Skills

ECG/EKG experience

BLS certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Pardee UNC Health Care is seeking an EKG Technician to perform and record electrocardiograms for inpatients and outpatients. The role involves patient instruction, setup of Zoll monitors, and assisting the cardiovascular team in a clinical, hospital-based setting.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, ECG/EKG experience, and BLS certification; EKG certification may be required after hire. Per diem, onsite work with variable schedules and standard hours per week.