EKG Technician

Providence; Missoula (MT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Providence St. Patrick Hospital in Missoula, Montana is seeking a Journey ECG Tech to perform ECGs, rhythm strips, and related cardiac monitoring tasks. The role emphasizes equipment functionality, patient care during emergencies, and holter monitor management, with ongoing patient education and rhythm proficiency development.

The position requires an H.S. Diploma or GED, TEE probe cleaning certificate, and BLS certification; prior ECG/EKG experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or GED.
• TEE Probe cleaning certificate.
• Upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association.
• 1 year experience as an Associate ECG technician or 1 year existing ECG/EKG experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrocardiograms (ECGs), rhythm strips, and related cardiac monitoring tasks.
• Ensure equipment functionality and patient safety during cardiac emergencies.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Manage holter heart monitor processes.
• Provide patient education while developing proficiency in cardiac rhythms.

Skills

ECG/EKG experience

Telemetry experience

Patient care

Safety and sanitation

Education

H.S. Diploma or GED

TEE Probe cleaning certificate

National Provider BLS - American Heart Association

Tools

ECG machines

TEE probe cleaning equipment

Medical instrumentation

Job description

The Journey ECG Tech performs electrocardiograms (ECGs), rhythm strips, and related cardiac monitoring tasks efficiently and accurately. The role includes ensuring equipment functionality, supporting patient care during cardiac emergencies, maintaining a clean and organized work environment, managing holter heart monitor processes, and providing patient education while developing proficiency in cardiac rhythms. The Journey level ECG tech will additionally have a TEE probe cleaning certification and be in the process of obtaining a Certified Cardiographic Technician certificate.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued - they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence St. Patrick Hospital and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required Qualifications:

• H.S. Diploma or GED
• Coursework/Training - TEE Probe cleaning certificate
• Upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association
• 1 yearexperience as an Associate ECG technician or 1 year existing ECG/EKG experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Coursework/Training - Certified Cardiographic Technician in process
• 6 months experience as an Emergency Medical Technician, Corpsman, Medical Assistant or other related allied health fields.
• 6 months hospital or clinic-based exercise testing experience.
• 6 monthstelemetry experience and knowledge of heart rhythms.

Why Join Providence?

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.