EKG Technician

Talentify; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Talentify in San Francisco requires an ECG technician to record heart activity using an electrocardiograph, prepare tracings for interpretation, and maintain related paperwork. The role involves patient greeting, explaining procedures, and coordinating tests such as Holter monitoring and stress testing.

Responsibilities include emergency response, equipment maintenance, and ensuring accurate documentation for physicians.

Qualifications

• Record ECG readings with proper lead placement.
• Prepare and explain procedures to patients.
• Maintain and calibrate EKG equipment.
• Prepare paperwork for physician interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Greets patients in a pleasant and professional manner and explains procedures.
• Operates EKG equipment by applying lead placements to patients.
• Prepares EKG tracing for interpretation with demographic information.
• Responds to emergency situations as necessary.
• Assists with Holter monitoring, scanning, and stress testing as required.
• Maintains equipment in operating order and notifies supervisor of repairs.

Skills

Patient interaction

Communication

Attention to detail

Emergency response

Scheduling

Tools

EKG machine

Holter monitors

Cardiac stress testing equipment

ECG tracing software

Job description

Job Summary:

Under general supervision, uses an electrocardiograph to record variations in the action of the heart muscle for use in the diagnosis of heart ailments in both in-patient and out-patient setting. Prepares graphs and reports, completes all documentation. Performs various related functions including clerical duties and maitaining equipment. Responds to emergency situations as required. Coordinates work efforts for quality patient care.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Greets patients in a pleasant and professional manner. Prepares and explains procedures to patient.
• Operates EKG equipment by applying lead placements to patients.
• Prepares EKG tracing for interpretation indicating the required demographic information
• Responds to emergency situations as necessary.
• Assists and prepares patients for the cardiology procedures which may include but is not limited to Holter Event monitors, Holter scanning, Cardiac exercise stress testing. (may vary depending on medical facility specific req.)
• Maintains equipment in operating order and notifies supervisor of needed repairs.
• Prepares paperwork and EKGs for physician interpretation of inpatients and outpatients.
• Maintains files, makes copies of cardiac procedures and assists with any other paperwork as required.
• Maintains a safe and orderly work area.
• Answers telephone and relays messages.
• Schedules/reschedules patient testing procedures via eConsult and other appropriate systems.

Grade 445