EKG Associate, Ambulatory Care Services, Suite B

SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University in New York, NY seeks a full-time TH CTS EKG Associate, Suite B. Under supervision of a registered nurse, the EKG Tech assists in patient care and performs designated functions.

The role conducts cardiac monitoring, phlebotomy, infection control, and supports nursing activities, with emphasis on safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• EKG/ECG certification is required.
• Phlebotomy certification is required.
• At least 1 year of full-time patient care under supervision.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Conduct cardiac monitoring on adults.
• Performs phlebotomy.
• Maintain infection control practices.
• Provide direct nursing care as delegated.
• Communicate effectively with patients and staff.
• Participate in quality improvement activities.

Skills

EKG certification

Phlebotomy

Patient care experience

Infection control

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

The Department of Ambulatory Care Services at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking a full-time TH CTS EKG Associate, Suite B. Under the supervision of a registered professional nurse, the EKG Tech assists in all aspects of patient care and performs all designated functions. The EKG Tech also assists in maintaining a supportive and safe environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct cardiac monitoring on the adult population
• Performs phlebotomy
• Practices effective Infection Control measures
• Performs direct nursing care activity as delegated
• Performs indirect nursing care activities as determined by routine assignment and unit activity
• Demonstrates knowledge of normal growth and development in the delivery of care to patients
• Responds to the changing needs of patient care areas
• Use problem-solving in meeting patient care and unit needs
• Maintains a safe and efficient work environment
• Obtains, records, and exchanges information on behalf of the patient
• Uses ethical principles to guide decisions and actions consistent with UHB’s operating goals and objectives
• Respect and promote Patients’ Rights
• Fosters/maintains positive public relations with patients, families, visitors, and staff
• Communicates effectively with customers, visitors, patients, and staff
• Represents the hospital positively by demonstrating respect and courtesy to all patients, colleagues, staff, and visitors
• Participates in Quality Improvement and contributes to process improvement activities
• Takes an active role in managing resources
• Plans appropriately to meet departmental objectives and takes initiatives where necessary
• Participates in activities to promote and foster team spirit and boost unit morale
• Utilizes effective skills in communicating with members of the health care team
• Takes an active role in personal/professional development
• Other duties and responsibilities as required

Qualifications

• EKG and/or ECG certification
• Phlebotomy certification
• 1+ year of full-time experience providing essential treatment and patient care under professional supervision
• High school diploma or equivalent
• A satisfactory equivalent combination of experience, training and education