EKG TECHNICIAN

Sinai Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 27,552,000 - 35,818,000; Full time

Job summary

Sinai Health System in Chicago is seeking an EKG Technician to perform basic non-invasive cardiology studies under physician supervision. You will place electrodes, record routine ECGs on neonatal to adult patients, and assist with Holter and event monitoring.

Training covers lead placement, patient instruction, and documentation of findings. The role offers varied shifts including days, evenings, and per diem options to support staffing in a busy hospital.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current CPR certification is required.
• Certified Cardiographic Technician (CCT) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine ECG studies on neonatal, pediatric and adult patients as ordered.
• Places electrodes on patient and attaches leads for standard ECG recording.
• Records baseline ECGs, BPs and monitors patient under physician supervision.
• Performs routine Holter and Event monitoring and instructs patients on diary documentation.
• Prepares skin, attaches leads, and educates patients on the importance of completing monitoring.
• Assists with stress testing procedures under supervision.
• Reports significant findings to RN or MD and documents patient concerns.

Skills

ECG

Holter monitoring

Event monitoring

Cardiac stress testing

Education

High school diploma or GED

CPR certification

Certified Cardiographic Technician (CCT)

Job description

About Sinai Health System

Located on Chicago’s West and Southwest Side, Sinai Health System is comprised of Mount Sinai Hospital, Holy Cross Hospital, Schwab Rehabilitation Hospital, Sinai Children’s Hospital, Sinai Community Institute, Sinai Medical Group, and Sinai Urban Health Institute.

The entities of Sinai Health System collectively deliver a full range of quality inpatient and outpatient services, as well as a large number of innovative, community-based health, research and social service programs. We focus our collective depth of expertise and passion to improve the health of the 1.5 million people who live in our diverse service area. With our team of dedicated caregivers, Sinai Health System is committed to building stronger, healthier communities.

A partner with the Jewish United Fund in serving our community

General Summary/Basic Purpose of Job:

The EKG Tech performs basic Non-Invasive Cardiology diagnostic procedures upon patients with suspected deficiencies and abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system.

• Performs routine ECG studies on neonatal, pediatric and adult patients in accordance with physicians written orders. Places electrodes on patient’s chest, legs, and arm area. Attaches leads from ECG machine to patient for standard ECG recording.
• Notes any significant technical comments on the recording and has knowledge of the rhythms: modified lead placement, uncontrolled patient movement, etc. Reports any abnormal findings to the patient’s RN or MD.
• Performs routine Holter and Event monitoring procedures on adult and pediatric patients. Instructs patient in care of the monitor and required activity documentation.
• Prepares skin and attaches leads. Provides hook-up and scans 24 and 48 hours holter monitor after completion of study. Instructs and educates patients the importance of completing the diary of any palpitations during the study and reports the findings to MD
• Performs cardiac exercise stress testing and nuclear cardiology stress testing under physician supervision.
• Orients patient to procedure, takes patient history, prepares skin and attaches leads and monitors the entire procedure with the nurse and MD. Documents any significant patient complaints during the procedure (including pain).
• Records baseline ECGs, BPs, and monitors patient under the supervision of the responsible physician.
• Prepares patients for stress echocardiography procedures. Prepares skin and attaches leads. Records baseline ECGs.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Prior education through a training school for Cardiographic Technicians is preferred.
• Must have current CPR card.
• Certified Cardiographic Technician (

Location: SHS · MSH MSH CARDIODIAGNOST
Schedule: Call/Registry/Per Diem, Varied Shifts, 9am-5:30pm