EKG Tech II- PRN

C002 Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA); United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Medical University of South Carolina is seeking an EKG Technician to perform electrocardiograms and support physicians in diagnosing heart conditions. You will operate EKG equipment, prepare patients for procedures, and ensure accurate recording and interpretation of cardiac data.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, completion of an EKG training program or documented on-the-job EKG training, and at least one year of direct patient care experience.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Performs electrocardiogram procedures to assist physicians in diagnosing and monitoring heart conditions.
• Operates EKG equipment, prepares patients for procedures, and ensures accurate recording and interpretation of cardiac data.

Skills

EKG procedures

Patient care experience

BLS certification

Education

High school diploma

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 Work Shift

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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