ED Technician

IHA; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

IHA in Fort Lauderdale is seeking a Full Time ECG Technician to perform high‑quality ECG studies, ensure patient demographics are correct, and transmit data to the data management system. The role runs 11am–11pm on a 12‑hour day shift.

The position requires Paramedic/EMT experience with ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications, along with the ability to monitor, triage, and communicate patient needs to ED staff. Training as a Unit Secretary is a plus.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Paramedic and/or EMT School certificate preferred.
• Willingness to cross-train as Unit Secretary.
• Previous experience as Paramedic/EMT required; starting IVs necessary.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates proper technique and lead placement for performing a quality ECG study.
• Verifies order is placed into computer and acquires ECG with correct demographics.
• Edits ECGs to correct patient name, MR#, room #, and transmits from ECG cart to data management system.
• Identifies high priority rhythms and delivers ECG to ED MD for interpretation.

Skills

Paramedic experience

EMT experience

Starting IVs

Computer skills

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Paramedic EMT certificate

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

• Demonstrates proper technique and lead placement for performing a quality ECG study.
• Verifies order is placed into computer.
• Acquires ECG assuring all patient demographics are entered and correct.
• Edits ECG s (ie correct patient s name, MR#, room #).
• Transmits from the ECG cart to the data management system.
• Identifies high priority rhythms and complexes and delivers ECG to ED MD for

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

12 Hour Day Shift

Description

Full Time

11am-11pm

• Demonstrates proper technique and lead placement for performing a quality ECG study.
• Verifies order is placed into computer.
• Acquires ECG assuring all patient demographics are entered and correct.
• Edits ECG s (ie correct patient s name, MR#, room #).
• Transmits from the ECG cart to the data management system.
• Identifies high priority rhythms and complexes and delivers ECG to ED MD for

interpretation

• Demonstrates the ability to obtain information and interpret information in terms of the

patient s needs.

• Demonstrates appropriate knowledge of growth and development.
• Demonstrates the ability to identify high priority patients to the triage nurse, based on

pre determined criteria.

• Monitors the waiting room and identifies patient in need for re-assessment by the triage

nurse, based on pre determined criteria.

• Recognizes and responds to monitor alarms and/or changes in patient cardiac rhythm, and

assures that RN or charge nurse is notified and aware.

Minimum Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED is required
• Certificate from Paramedic and/or EMT School is preferred.
• Willingness to cross train as Unit Secretary
• Previous experience working as a Paramedic and/or EMT is required. Experience with

starting IVs is necessary

• Computer experience

Licensures/Certifications

• Paramedic and/or ER Tech License preferred.
• ACLS, BLS, PALS required

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.