EKG Tech II- PRN

Medical University of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The EKG Technician at Medical University of South Carolina performs electrocardiograms to assist physicians in diagnosing and monitoring heart conditions. Responsibilities include operating EKG equipment, preparing patients, and ensuring accurate recording and interpretation of cardiac data.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, completion of an EKG training program or documented on-the-job training, and at least one year of patient care experience; current BLS

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an EKG training program or on-the-job EKG training.
• At least one year of directly related patient care experience.
• Current BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrocardiograms to assist physicians in diagnosis and monitoring.
• Operate EKG equipment, prepare patients, and ensure accurate recording of cardiac data.

Skills

EKG procedures

Patient care

Medical terminology

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

EKG training program

Job description

Job Description Summary

The EKG technician assumes responsibility and accountability for performing electrocardiograms on customers ranging in age from infant to the aged. The EKG technician is responsible for processing EKGs performed by the Cardiovascular Laboratory and other departments in the hospital. Performs other related duties incidental to the work described within.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

PRN

Cost Center

CC003763 COL - EKG (DMC)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-21

Scheduled Weekly Hours

12

Job Description

The EKG Technician performs electrocardiogram (EKG) procedures to assist physicians in diagnosing and monitoring heart conditions in patients. This role involves operating EKG equipment, preparing patients for procedures, and ensuring accurate recording and interpretation of cardiac data.

Additional Job Description

High school diploma or equivalent. Completion of a recognized EKG training program or documented on-the-job EKG training and at least one year of directly related patient care experience in a health care setting. Experience in Holter Monitor scanning and Stress Treadmill procedures preferred. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required

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