Ekg Tech

UNC Health; Rocky Mount (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Nash UNC Health Care is seeking a Per Diem ECG Technician to perform electrocardiograms and related procedures. The role requires interaction with patients, staff, and physicians to ensure accurate data collection and high-quality care.

Responsibilities include confirming patient history, executing ECGs, splitting rhythm strips when needed, and assisting in maintaining equipment and safety standards onsite.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED (required).
• Basic Arrhythmia Course completed.
• **BCLS certification within 3 months of hire** and recertification every 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Verifies history and exam data before ECG procedures.
• 1 Obtains 12-lead ECG tracings and rhythm strips in routine and emergency settings.
• 2 Performs IPG tests and keeps associated records.
• 3 Communicates with patients and care teams about procedures.
• 4 Sets up equipment and maintains clean, organized work areas.
• 5 Participates in quality assurance and improvement activities.

Skills

ECG Procedure

Patient communication

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Basic Arrhythmia Course

BCLS Certification

Tools

ECG Machine Operation

Job description

Description

Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina.

Description

Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina.

UNC Health Nash, an affiliated member of the UNC Health system, invites passionate healthcare professionals to join our esteemed team. Governed locally, we proudly serve a diverse patient base, spanning Nash, Edgecombe, Halifax, Wilson Counties, and beyond. With a steadfast commitment to elevating community health through exceptional care, we prioritize excellence, compassion, and innovation, ensuring every individual receives the highest standard of support. Joining our team means becoming an integral part of our dedication to wellness, where we constantly strive to redefine excellence in healthcare through state-of-the-art facilities and pioneering programs. Join us in this transformative journey, where your contributions will make a lasting impact on our community's health and wellbeing.

Summary

Performs electrocardiograms as ordered by the medical staff.

Responsibilities

• Verifies the existence of an appropriate history and/or examination data in preparation for procedure.
• When determined competent, performs all ECG procedures approved for the position, and as detailed in the position’s Skills Checklist to include, but not limited to: Obtains 12-lead ECG tracings with rhythm strips in routine and emergency situations; Performs IPG tests and associated record keeping; Confirms EKGs in Muse, making changes where indicated; Performs lower venous and arterial studies; Performs treadmill for stress testing, Dobutamine, Adenosine and Persantine, if trained; Performs signal average tests, if trained; Hooks up 30-day Event Monitor, if trained.
• Communicates with patients or their representatives.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skill necessary to provide appropriate care based on the age of the patients served.
• Communicates with team members, physicians, and other care providers regarding diagnostic testing.
• Provides oversight and guidance to students and new staff in regard to ECGs.
• Sets up and/or maintains equipment and work areas.
• Participates in quality assurance and quality improvement activities.
• Takes an active role in self-development.
• Performs miscellaneous duties, as needed.

Other Information

Education Requirements

• High school graduate or GED.

License/Certification Requirements

• Basic Arrhythmia Course. Take and successfully complete the Basic Arrhythmia Course provided by the hospital.
• BCLS certification within 3 months of hire. Recertification required every 2 years.

Professional Experience Requirements

• Knowledge of arrhythmias and cardiovascular anatomy/physiology upon hire. Patient care experience preferred.

Job Details

Legal Employer: Nash Hospitals

Entity: Nash UNC Health Care

Organization Unit: NGH EKG

Work Type: Per Diem

Standard Hours Per Week: 4.00

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Variable

Location of Job: NASH HC

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.