EKG Tech III

utoledo.edu; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Toledo Health Science Campus is seeking an EKG Tech III to perform a range of ECG procedures across infant to geriatric patients. You will handle Holter monitors, event recorders, and exercise tests while upholding patient safety and UTMC policies.

Must have or work toward Cardiovascular Technology credentials, CPR/BLS, and strong communication skills to support safe, accurate diagnostics within a busy clinical environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Cardiovascular Technology or CARD course with EKG externship completed.
• Three years of EKG experience preferred; actual EKG testing experience required.
• Proficient in scanning Holter monitors and event recorders; able to perform exercise tests.
• Must be able to perform and be proficient in signal averaged EKGs and CPR/BLS certification required.
• Registry in Cardiovascular Technology preferred.
• Able to visualize EKG traces on screen and paper; able to transport EKG equipment to bedside.
• Strong communication skills and ability to explain procedures clearly.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrocardiograms, scan Holter monitors and event recorders, and conduct exercise tests for patients of all ages.
• Adhere to UTMC values, policies, and safety standards; participate in performance improvement and quality care.
• Follow NPSG guidelines for patient safety and proper handoff communication.

Skills

EKG testing

Holter monitoring

Event recorders

CPR/BLS

Patient safety

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Associate Degree in Cardiovascular Technology

CARD course completion

Three years EKG experience

Cardiovascular Rhythm Test proficiency

Tools

Holter monitors

Event recorders

ECG storage system

EKG machine transport

Job description

Title: EKG Tech III

Department Org: Heart Station - 109070

Employee Classification: B8 - Unclass Contingent AFSCME HSC

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.
• Adheres to NPSG 09.02.01 by following the Morse Fall Scale to assess all patients for their risk of falling.
• 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 for employees.
• Employee attends and follows all department specific safety education and training in an effort to create a safe work environment.
• 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.
• Recognize exposure to Blood:
• Worked as a team to limit exposure and create a safe work environment.
• Safety concerns: The manager has been timely with staff training and education.
• Wiping up spills.
• 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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