EKG Tech III

The University of Toledo; Ottawa Hills (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Toledo is seeking an EKG Tech III to join the Heart Station team. Responsibilities include performing electrocardiograms, Holter monitoring, event recorders, and exercise tests across pediatric to geriatric patients.

Adherence to iCare standards, safety protocols, and department policies is essential. Qualifications include an appropriate Cardiovascular Technology credential (or CARD course with externship), EKG experience, and CPR certification.

Qualifications

• 1. Associate Degree in Cardiovascular Technology or CARD course with EKG externship; three years of EKG experience preferred.
• 2. Actual job experience in performing EKGs beyond externship.
• 3. Proficient in scanning Holter monitors, event recorders, and exercise tests.
• 4. Proficient in signal-averaged EKGs.
• 5. Cardiovascular Technology registry preferred.
• 6. AHA/CPR certification (BLS Health Care Provider).
• 7. Ability to visualize EKG tracing on screen and print.
• 8. Transport EKG machine to bedside and place electrodes correctly.
• 9. Escort patients to testing area and assist onto cart.
• 10. Hear during exercise tests to measure blood pressures.
• 11. Capable of performing CPR.
• 12. Use computer to access EKG storage system.
• 13. Clear communication with patients.

Responsibilities

• As part of the health care team, perform various types of electrocardiograms, Holter scans, event recorders, and exercise tests across age groups.
• Adhere to UTMC service values and iCare standards; follow hospital policies and safety protocols.
• Maintain patient safety and quality of care by adhering to established policies and procedures.

Skills

EKG testing

Holter monitoring

Event recorder testing

CPR certification

Clear communication

Education

Associate Degree in Cardiovascular Technology

CARD course with EKG externship

AHA/CPR certification (BLS Health Care Provider)

Job description

Title: EKG Tech III

Department Org: Heart Station - 109070

Employee Classification: B8 - Unclass Contingent AFSCMEHSC

Bargaining Unit: AFSCME HSC

Primary Location: HSC H

Shift: 3

Start Time: 6:30am End Time: 11:00pm

Posted Salary: $20.60 - $23.94

Float: False

Rotate: False

On Call: False

Travel: False

Weekend/Holiday: True

Job Description

As a member of the health care team, must perform any and all of the varied types of electrocardiograms, scans Holter monitors and event recorders and performs exercise tests on infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.

All employees must adhere to the following at all times:

• Employee is expected to adhere to UTMC Service Values including iCare standards at all times.
• Adheres to hospital policies and procedures as well as addresses patient safety, performance improvement, and quality of care issues.
• 1. Adheres to NPSG 09.02.01 by following the Morse Fall Scale to assess all patients for their risk of falling.
• 2. Adheres to NPSG 07.01.01 by effectively washing hands when going from one patient to the next.
• Knowledgeable about patient safety and quality of care issues. Able to recognize safety issues in the department and handles incidents per institutional and/or departmental policies and procedures. If safety issues were identified; all issues were handled timely and appropriately.
• Department education and training focus has a direct impact on patient safety and reduces unsafe working conditions foremployees.
• Employee attends and follows all department specific safety education and training in an effort to create a safe workenvironment.

• 1. Recognizes Frayed Cord: Reports equipment dysfunction in timely manner. Make sure alternate process is in place and action is taken. Reduces adverse results or impact to patient care and the employee.
• 2. Recognize exposure to Blood: Worked as a team to limit exposure and create a safe workenvironment. Safety concerns: The manager has been timely with staff training and education. Wiping up spills.
• 3. Follows standardized approach for handoff communication: Follows policy for communication including the opportunity to ask and respond to questions.

Minimum Qualifications

Qualifications/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (Indicate minimum required to qualify or perform this job.)

Required Education/Experience/Licensing:

• 1. Associate Degree from an accredited institution in Cardiovascular Technology or successful completion of one year (CARD course) of schooling with completion of EKG externship required. Three years actual experience performing EKG’s and / or EKG related testing preferred.
• 2. Actual job experience in the performance of EKG's beyond EKG externship required.
• 3. Must be able to perform and be proficient in the performance of both: Scanning of Holter monitors and event recorders. (must successfully pass the cardiac Rhythm Test- 85%) Performing exercise tests.
• 4. Must be able to perform and be proficient in the performance of signal averaged EKG's.
• 5. Registry in Cardiovascular Technology preferred.
• 6. AHA/CPR certification required in Basic Life Support Health Care Provider course as identified by the Heart and Vascular Center/Cardiology Clinic policy.
• 7. Must be able to visualize an EKG tracing on a computer screen and on paper.
• 8. Must be able to transport EKG machine to the bedside and to properly place electrodes.
• 9. Must be able to escort patients to EKG testing area and assist them onto cart.
• 10. Must be able to hear during exercise tests to measure blood pressures.
• 11. Must be capable of performing CPR.
• 12. Must be capable of using computer keyboard to access the EKG storage and retrieval system.
• 13. Ability to communicate clearly for patients understanding.

Conditions of Employment

To promote the highest levels of health and well-being, the University of Toledo campuses are tobacco-free. Pre-employment health screening requirements for the University of Toledo Health Science Campus Medical Center will include drug and other required health screenings for the position.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Toledo is an equal opportunity employer. The University of Toledo does not discriminate in employment, educational programs, or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, disability, familial status, or political affiliation.

The University is dedicated to attracting and retaining the best and brightest talent and fostering a culture of respect.

The University of Toledo provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation to complete this application, or for testing or interviewing, please contact HR Compliance at [e-mail] or 419-530-4747 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. or apply online for an accommodation request.

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