ECG Tech I

WVU Medicine; Morgantown, Northern (WV, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

WVU Medicine is seeking an ECG Technician to perform all ECG-related procedures while maintaining high patient care standards. The role includes clerical duties to support efficient document flow and accurate storage within the ECG Laboratory.

The position requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and BLS certification within 30 days of hire. Weekend shifts and non-exempt status apply, with responsibilities spanning lead placement, tracing, and patient education.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date required.

Responsibilities

• Perform all ECG procedures and clerical duties to ensure smooth workflow.
• Execute 12-lead and 15-lead ECGs and rhythm strips promptly in patient care areas.
• Place leads accurately based on cardiothoracic anatomy.
• Coordinate outpatient testing with inpatient demand and emergency requests.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Prioritization

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

BLS Certification within 30 days

Job description

Perform all Electrocardiograph (ECG) related procedures while promoting the highest level of patient care. Performs clerical duties in a timely and efficient manner in order to insure proper document flow and storage through and to the areas of the ECG Laboratory.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. High School Diploma or Equivalent
2. Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.

The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Perform all ECG related procedures in a timely and efficient manner in addition to clerical duties associated with the procedures.
2. Executes basic ECG procedure to the patient and answers any questions pertaining to said procedure.
3. Performs 12 lead ECG tracings and rhythm strips within one hour of order in any and all patient care areas of the hospital and support facilities. Performs 15 lead and right sided ECGs.
4. Accurately places leads on patient 100% of the time based on a thorough knowledge of cardiothoracic anatomy.
5. Coordinates outpatient testing with inpatient demands prioritizing emergency requests and “stat” calls in the patient care areas without direct supervision.
6. Applies and removes holter monitors and event monitors and instructs patients on the proper use of such devices.
7. Explains the procedure to the patient and answers any questions pertaining to the holter monitor and event monitor in a courteous manner.
8. Completes all necessary forms and requests pertaining to the procedure.
9. Preps patient skin according to policy and procedure to ensure the best possible recording.
10. Removes holter monitor at scheduled time, completes necessary paper work and computer work.
11. Ability to access the computer system to retrieve and reproduce completed holter monitor exams.
12. Performs a variety of clerical duties coordinating patient testing demand with clerical responsibilities in order to ensure proper document flow and storage for ECG area of the Heart and Vascular Imaging Services Department.
13. Answers the ECG lab’s phones within five rings in a professional and courteous manner identifying self and unit at all times.
14. Type relevant information onto the ECG tracing and stress tests ensuring accuracy and exhibiting basic computer skills.
15. Files and retrieves ECG’s and related reports according to established guidelines.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
2. Ability to lift, push, or pull a minimum of 40 pounds.
3. Hearing (aid permitted) – must be able to function without use of lip reading.
4. Visual acuity (corrected) – keen for both distant and near objects/individuals (i.e. ability to read small print)
5. Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

1. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to; moving mechanical parts; airborne particles; body fluids; toxic or caustic chemicals; radiation; and risk of electrical shock.
2. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
3. The work environment is clinical by nature.
4. Exposure to airborne particles and bodily fluids.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

1. Possesses the interpersonal skills to positively and effectively communicate, negotiate and resolve conflict.
2. Motivation and drive for continuous development of self.
3. Cooperatively interacts with the patients, families and members of the health care team to support and contribute to the shared group goals.
4. Ability to prioritize and deal with a variety of situations simultaneously.

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 12 Shift: Weekend (United States of America) Exempt/Non-Exempt: United States of America (Non-Exempt) Company: WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals Cost Center: 4130 WVUH CH HVI EKG Address: 1 Medical Center Drive Morgantown West Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

The West Virginia University Health System is West Virginia’s largest health system and the state’s largest employer with more than 3,400 licensed beds, 4,600 providers, 35,000 employees, and $7 billion in total operating revenues. The Health System is comprised of 25 hospitals – including J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital, an 880-bed academic medical center, and the 150-bed WVU Medicine Children’s Hospital in Morgantown, West Virginia – and five institutes. To learn more, visit WVUMedicine.org.