EKG TECHNICIAN

St. Bernards Healthcare; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Bernards Healthcare in Jonesboro, AR is seeking a hospital ECG Technician to perform and document ECG tests with minimal supervision. The role requires a high school diploma, basic computer skills, and ability to type at least 45 words per minute.

Training provided on the job with supervision by experienced technicians. The position is in a normal hospital environment, involves physical tasks, and is safety sensitive.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; courses in physical sciences preferred.
• Must be able to type at least 45 words per minute.
• On-the-job training provided (1 month) under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and record ECG test results with minimal supervision.
• Respond to emergency situations throughout the workday.
• Make judgments concerning cardiac dysrhythmias in emergency situations.

Skills

Typing 45 wpm

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EKG machine

Job description

Must be a high school graduate or equivalent with courses in physical sciences preferred. Must be able to type at least 45 words per minute.

Experience

One month on-the-job training is provided under supervision of an experienced technician. Computer skills required.

Physical

This is a safety sensitive position. Please see the St. Bernards Substance Abuse Policy for further information.

Normal hospital environment. Close eye work. Hearing in normal and soft range. Operates EKG machine, computer, copier and fax. Frequent standing, walking, bending and stooping. Lifting, Carrying up to 40 lbs., occasional pushing/pulling up to 300 lbs.

JOB SUMMARY

Technician is responsible for conducting and recording ECG test results with minimal supervision. Most of the time spent performing the same work as others in department. Respond to emergency situations throughout workday. Makes judgments concerning cardiac dysrhythmias in emergency situations.