ECG / EKG Technician II

MaineHealth Accountable Care Organization; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated ECG Technician II to deliver exceptional electrocardiographic testing services. In this full-time role, you will perform vital functions such as conducting electrocardiograms, exercise stress tests, and Holter recordings, while also contributing to the training of new staff and fellows. This role not only offers the chance to work alongside skilled healthcare professionals but also to be part of a supportive environment that values community and individual growth. With a focus on professional development and comprehensive benefits, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to advance their careers in a meaningful way.

Benefits

Paid parental leave

Flexible work policy

Student loan assistance

Training and education programs

Well-being resources

Qualifications

• Certification as a Cardiographic Technician required within one year.
• Six months experience as an ECG Technician I or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrocardiographic testing services including ECGs and stress tests.
• Assist in training new employees and cardiology fellows.

Skills

Electrocardiographic testing

Patient monitoring

Arrhythmia training

BLS certification

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

ECG equipment

Job description

Location: Portland, ME
Facility: Maine Medical Center
Schedule: Full Time
Job Category: Professional - Clinical
Req #: 17017
Date Posted: Feb 6, 2025

**current MaineHealth Employees not Eligible**

Summary:
The ECG Technician II role performs technical work in the delivery of electrocardiographic testing services including electrocardiograms, exercise stress tests, thallium stress tests, pharmacologic stress tests, SAECG's, Holter recordings, and telephonic arrhythmia monitoring. Assists in the orientation and training of new employees, students, and cardiology fellows.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

1. Education: High School diploma or GED preferred.
2. License/Certifications: Certification as a Cardiographic Technician (CCT) or eligible within one year of start date required. Current BLS certification required or must obtain within 30 days of start date.
3. Experience: Six months of previous experience as an ECG Technician I and previous arrhythmia training, or any equivalent combination of experience and training required. Demonstrates competency in all essential functions of an ECG Technician I role.
4. Additional Skills/Requirements Required: Completion of 10-12 month competency-based orientation.
5. Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: Knowledge of fundamental theory, principles, practices, techniques, and equipment used in electrocardiographic testing. Knowledge of drugs used, purpose, effect on ECG and patient, and adverse effects.

Additional Information:
With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you’ll be working with healthcare professionals that truly value the people around them – both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it.

We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow – programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family.

MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you’re looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today.

If you have questions about this role, please contact Sarah J. Donlin at [emailprotected]

MaineHealth policy requires all care team members to be vaccinated, including for Covid-19 and influenza, subject to eligibility for medical or religious exemptions which can only be granted in compliance with applicable law.

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