EKG Tech

Carolinas Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 29,000 - 43,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Total rewards program

Health and welfare benefits

Job summary

Advocate Christ Medical Center is seeking a part-time Cardiovascular Diagnostics assistant to perform 12-lead ECGs and non-invasive cardiovascular testing. The role includes patient preparation for Holter monitoring, data editing, and routine HIS duties.

3rd shift with weekend rotations and rotating holidays. The position requires a High School Diploma with 6 months to 1 year of healthcare/EKG experience or completion of an EKG certificate program with clinical internship, plus CPR/BLS

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and 6 months to 1 year EKG/healthcare experience or completion of an EKG certificate program with clinical internship.
• CPR/BLS certification required or within 6 months of employment.
• Ability to identify cardiac arrhythmias and perform basic EKG testing.

Responsibilities

• Perform 12-lead ECGs and other non-invasive cardiovascular testing with accuracy and report abnormalities.
• Prepare patients for 24-hour Holter monitoring and event monitors with clear instructions.
• Edit and maintain EKG data and patient files; perform routine EKG management system functions.
• Maintain equipment function, perform routine maintenance, and report malfunctions.
• Process completed reports and perform HIS functions (ordering, charging, crediting).
• Maintain documentation for Performance Improvement monitors and department logs.

Skills

Blood pressure readings

Communication skills

EKG testing basics

Teamwork/Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

EKG certificate program with internship

Tools

CPR/BLS certification

NCCT NCET or equivalent

Job description

Department: 36905 Advocate Christ Medical Center - Cardiovascular Diagnostics

Status: Part time

Benefits Eligible: No

Hou rs Per Week: 16

Schedule Details/Additional Information: 3rd shift with weekend rotations and rotating holidays

Pay Range: $20.80 - $31.20

Major Responsibilities:

• Clinical duties which include performing 12 Lead EKGs and other non-invasive cardiovascular testing 1)Ensure that accurate results from 12 lead computerized electrocardiograms, single channel electrocardiograms and signal average electrocardiograms are provided for cardiologists' interpretation. a) Administer 12 lead-computerized electrocardiograms to uncovered areas as needed. b) Identify and report severe electrocardiographic abnormalities. c) Promotes patient safety by reporting of issues through established channels and participating as requested in safety initiatives
• 2)Perform technical patient preparation on inpatients and outpatients for 24-hour Holter monitoring and event monitors when needed a) Provides patients with adequate instructions on the use of arrhythmia monitors to ensure optimal results.
• Non-clinical duties related to editing and maintaining EKG data. 1)Responsible for maintaining accurate and up to date patient files and department logs.
• 2)Perform routine computer functions for EKG management system (including daily, monthly and quarterly backup of all EKG patient files.
• 3)Maintains proper functioning of equipment (Routine maintenance) troubleshoot when appropriate. Notification of the appropriate party when equipment malfunctions.
• 4)Maintain work area in a clean, orderly and safe manner.
• 5)Process completed reports in accordance with established departmental procedures.
• 6)Perform routine HIS functions (i.e. ordering, charging, crediting etc...).
• 7)Maintain updated, accurate documentation of Performance Improvement monitors inclusive of department procedure logs, physician interpretation logs, equipment repair logs, radiation badges and pharmacy inventories.

Education/Experience Required:

High School Diploma and 6 months to 1 year previous EKG/ healthcare experience or completion of an EKG certificate program with a clinical internship

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

Good oral and written Communications skills Ability to perform blood Pressure readings and Identify cardiac arrhythmiasCertified by NCCT as a NCET, or an Equivalent certification within 1 year of employment. CPR/BLS certified CPR and BLS Certified within 6 months of employment. Certification not required if the associate has completed a Bachelor or Master's degree in Exercise science/exercise Physiology with course work in EKG.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Ability to lift and or move patients.
• Ability to work under Stressful conditions and in difficult situations.
• Ability to stoop, bend and stand for extended periods of time.
• May be exposed to hazardous materials and life threatening diseases.
• This position will need to recognize the needs and behaviors of age groups of patients treated (i.e. understanding child growth and development, normal Patterns of adolescent behavior and look for signs of normal aging). Must be able to rotate to other shifts if needed. Prior experience with various age groups is preferred.
• If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our Commitment to You:

• Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
• Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement p