Cardiology EKG Tech - Patient Care & Precision

Health First; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Health First in Melbourne, FL seeks an Administrative Support role focused on Quality/No Harm, Customer Experience and Stewardship to support the department with EKG testing and related tasks.

The position requires basic computer skills, a high school diploma, and BLS certification; CNA/Monitor Technician training is possible in-house. Prior healthcare experience and strong teamwork are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Computer knowledge (basic).
• Certified Nurse Aide or Monitor Technician would be considered for in-house training.
• Prefer solid science background with emphasis on human anatomy and physiology.
• Must hold current AHA BLS Healthcare Provider Completion Card prior to start date and maintain.
• Previous experience preferred.
• Excellent, positive people skills.
• Self-directed capability.
• Preferred Cardiology Technician certification during or at one year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality EKGs in a timely manner.
• Stats will be done within 20 minutes of notification.
• Obtain and provide quality signal average EKGs with copy to physician for interpretation on shift requested.
• Keep work area and shift work related to cleaning, stocking and equipment checks up to date: ECG, SAE, halter monitors, and treadmill equipment.
• Provide patient with privacy during time of testing.
• Explain procedure to patient.
• Daily log being input for patient charges.
• Report any malfunction of equipment to supervisor or manager.

Skills

Computer knowledge

People skills

Self-directed capability

Life-threatening situations response

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certified Nurse Aide or Monitor Technician in-house training

Cardiology Technician certification (preferred)

Tools

ECG equipment

Medical equipment handling

Job description

Health First in Melbourne, FL seeks an Administrative Support role focused on Quality/No Harm, Customer Experience and Stewardship to support the department with EKG testing and related tasks.

The position requires basic computer skills, a high school diploma, and BLS certification; CNA/Monitor Technician training is possible in-house. Prior healthcare experience and strong teamwork are preferred.