EKG Tech

Samaritan Health Services

Lebanon (OR)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 60,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Samaritan Health Services seeks a qualified cardiac technician to support the Respiratory Therapy team in delivering diagnostic services to patients of all ages. You will perform EKG, Holter monitoring, cardiac stress testing and event monitoring under supervision.

Education and credentials are important: a high school diploma, completion of a cardiac technology program or CNA experience, and Healthcare Provider BLS.

Qualifications

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
Graduate of a cardiac technology program or CNA experience.
Healthcare Provider BLS certification required.
One year experience or training in EKG, Holter monitor, or cardiac stress testing preferred.
CCT credential preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform cardiac diagnostic procedures including EKG, Holter electrocardiography, cardiac stress testing and event monitoring.
Educate clients as appropriate.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Time management

Conflict resolution

Social perceptiveness

Medical terminology

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Cardiac technology program or CNA experience

Healthcare Provider BLS

CCT credential preferred

Job description

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE

Performs cardiac diagnostic procedures including EKG, holter electrocardiography, cardiac stress testing and event monitoring. Educates clients as appropriate.

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

Samaritan Health Services Respiratory Therapy team delivers treatment and diagnostic patient care services to critical and non-critical patients. We serve all age groups and patient populations using evidence-based techniques related to the cardiopulmonary system.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or equivalent required.
One (1) of the following required:

Graduate of a cardiac technology program or equivalent EKG Tech experience.
Six (6) months CNA related experience.

Healthcare Provider BLS required.
One (1) year experience or training in EKG, holter monitor or cardiac stress testing preferred.
CCT credential preferred.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

Patient Care - Possess the skills and knowledge needed to assist and care for others. Ability to recognize symptoms, drug properties and interactions, treatments, and preventive health-care measures within scope of practice.
Communication - Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues. Ability to perform group presentations and listen to and understand complex information and ideas.
Time Management - Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure.
Conflict resolution - Ability to proactively resolve conflicts in a positive and constructive manner. Possess the knowledge and skills to handle complaints, settle disputes, and negotiate with others to reach mutually beneficial decisions.
Social Perceptiveness - Ability to work with a diverse population from pediatrics to geriatrics. Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and/or communicating with patients and caregivers. Possess personal sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a non-judgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles, and ages.
Medical Terminology - Knowledge of medical records, procedures and terminology. Ability to read, interpret, and apply policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS