EKG Associate, Ambulatory Care Services, Suite B (Hourly/Per Diem)

SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University in Brooklyn seeks an hourly/per diem EKG Associate to support the Department of Ambulatory Care Services. Under a registered nurse, you will assist in patient care, monitor cardiac activity, and help maintain a safe, efficient clinical environment.

Responsibilities include cardiac monitoring, phlebotomy, infection control, and assisting with direct and indirect nursing tasks.

Qualifications

• You hold a high school diploma or equivalent.
• You have certificate(s) in electrocardiography (EKG/ECG) and phlebotomy.
• You possess Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Conduct cardiac Monitoring on the adult population.
• Performs phlebotomy.
• Maintains infection control measures.
• Performs direct nursing care activity as delegated.
• Performs indirect nursing care activities as required.
• Demonstrates knowledge of growth and development in patient care.

Skills

Effective communication

Infection control

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

EKG/ECG and Phlebotomy certification

Job description

Job Description

The Department of Ambulatory Care Services at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking an hourly/per diem 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 Include

• 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 resourcesPlans 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

Required Qualifications

• Successful completion of training course(s) and/or certificate for electrocardiography (EKG) or electrocardiograph (ECG), and Phlebotomy
• High school diploma or its educational equivalent
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Associate (AHA)
• A satisfactory equivalent combination of experience, training and education.

Preferred Qualifications

• One year of full-time experience providing essential treatment and patient care under professional supervision
• Graduate of a Patient Care Technician (PCT) Program and/or graduate of a Medical Assistant Program