Cardiology Tech: EKG & EEG Specialist

CommonSpirit Health; Grass Valley (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital seeks a Cardiology Technician to perform EKGs and related tests for diagnosis of heart disorders, following defined procedures. You will execute a range of cardiology tests under the Cardiology Department, contributing directly to patient diagnosis.

Strong attention to detail, proficiency with EKGs and associated tests, and a proactive approach to supporting diagnostic efforts are required.

Qualifications

• Basic Life Support is required.
• Graduate of a cardiovascular technology program is preferred.
• Experience with EKGs and treadmill exercise testing in an acute care hospital is preferred.
• Certification from the National Board for Cardiovascular Technology and EEG experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Performs EKGs and manages Muse entry and medical record retrieval for timely availability.
• Recognizes abnormal EKG readings and notifies RN/MD when life-threatening.
• Checks crash cart equipment daily and ensures availability during procedures.
• Stocks supplies for all testing procedures.
• Scans Holter recordings and processes reports for physician review.
• Performs EEGs per protocol for inpatients and outpatients, adults and children.

Skills

EKG testing

EEG testing

BLS

Education

Graduate of cardiovascular technology program

Job description

Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital seeks a Cardiology Technician to perform EKGs and related tests for diagnosis of heart disorders, following defined procedures. You will execute a range of cardiology tests under the Cardiology Department, contributing directly to patient diagnosis.

Strong attention to detail, proficiency with EKGs and associated tests, and a proactive approach to supporting diagnostic efforts are required.