EKG Technician

University Medical Center of El Paso (UMC); El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

University Medical Center of El Paso (UMC) is seeking an EKG Technician to perform routine electrocardiography, Holter monitoring, and pharmacologic or exercise stress testing under supervision. You will collect information vital to interpreting tests and provide care to patients across all ages.

The role requires CPR certification, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and basic computer abilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of Medical Assistant training program.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine electrocardiography.
• Conduct Holter monitoring.
• Assist with exercise and pharmacologic stress testing.
• Collect information for test interpretation.
• Provide care to patients of varying ages.

Skills

EKG Technician

Electrocardiography

Holter monitoring

Stress testing

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

English literacy

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma

Medical Assistant training

Job description

Job Description:

Performs routine electrocardiography, holter monitoring, technically competent of exercise and pharmacologic stress testing and other special procedures. Collects information pertinent to the interpretation of the test. Provides care to patients of varying ages and age-related needs.

Summary

Job Description:

Performs routine electrocardiography, holter monitoring, technically competent of exercise and pharmacologic stress testing and other special procedures. Collects information pertinent to the interpretation of the test. Provides care to patients of varying ages and age-related needs.

Required Skills

• Technically competent in tasks within the scope of practice of an EKG Technician.
• Comprehensive knowledge, skills, and ability of routine Electrocardiography, holters and exercise, and pharmacological stress testing.
• Possesses effective oral and written communication skills.
• Possesses effective interpersonal relationship skills.
• Bilingual preferred (English/Spanish).
• Ability to read and comprehend English at a level necessary to follow written and oral instructions and safety precautions.
• Knowledgeable of English grammar, punctuation and spelling.
• Ability to perform basic computer keyboard skills.

Required Experience

• Work Experience

Previous EKG Technician Work Experience Preferred.

• License/Registration/Certification:

Current CPR Training Program

Education and Training:

• Education and Training:

High school graduate or equivalent and completion of Medical Assistant training program.