ECG Technician: Cardiac Monitoring & Stress Testing

Advocate Health; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health in Milwaukee seeks an entry-level ECG Technician to support diagnostic testing in a busy hospital setting. You will perform ECGs, monitor Holter and event data, prepare patients, and ensure accurate data entry into the electronic medical record.

The role emphasizes patient safety, HIPAA compliance, and teamwork with physicians and nurses. High school diploma and BLS certification within 6 months are required; on-the-job training provided.

Qualifications

• Completion of ECG interpretation basics is required within one year.
• Ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment.
• Solid communication with physicians, patients and staff.
• Proficiency with basic computer systems for data entry.

Responsibilities

• Perform ECGs including posterior and right-sided views, Holter and event monitoring.
• Prepare skin and lead placement; document data for EMR storage and physician interpretation.
• Screen calls, interview patients, notify appropriate contacts of critical values.
• Assist with data processing, billing, filing and HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Good communication

Basic computer skills

Ability to adapt quickly

ECG interpretation basics

Education

High School Diploma

BLS Certification

Job description

Advocate Health in Milwaukee seeks an entry-level ECG Technician to support diagnostic testing in a busy hospital setting. You will perform ECGs, monitor Holter and event data, prepare patients, and ensure accurate data entry into the electronic medical record.

The role emphasizes patient safety, HIPAA compliance, and teamwork with physicians and nurses. High school diploma and BLS certification within 6 months are required; on-the-job training provided.