EKG Technician

PeaceHealth; Springfield (OR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

PeaceHealth in Oregon seeks an EKG Technician for a full‑time day shift. The role uses electrocardiograph equipment to record heart activity and may include treadmill tests, Holter monitoring, and ambulatory blood pressure checks to aid diagnosis.

You will perform and edit EKGs, ensure data accuracy, maintain equipment, and document results. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent, one year of related experience or completion of an EKG program, and Basic Life Support.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required or preferred.
• 1 year of related experience or completion of an EKG training program.
• Basic Life Support certified on hire; Cardiographic Technician preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs EKGs, may perform Holter and ambulatory monitors.
• Processes and edits EKGs; charts confirmed tests.
• Maintains and cleans equipment; ensures proper function.
• Records and files information related to tests performed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

EKG

Holter monitor

Ambulatory BP

MS Office

Communication

Clinical skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Job Description

PeaceHealth is seeking an EKG Technician for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $22.16 – $34.61.

The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.

Hours: 1330-2200

Operates electrocardiograph equipment (which may include treadmill tests, ECGs, Holter monitors, etc) to record the electromotive variations in heart muscle to provide data for diagnosis of heart ailments.

Essential Functions

• Performs EKGs, and may perform Holter monitors, event monitors and ambulatory blood pressure monitors on patient.
• Processes and edits EKGs.
• Charts confirmed EKGs. Records and files information related to tests performed.
• Cleans, adjusts and performs routine maintenance on equipment to ensure proper functioning.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma Preferred: or equivalent

Experience

• 1 year Preferred: of related experience
• Required: One year prior direct patient care experience required or completion of an EKG training program.

Credentials

• Required: Upon Hire Basic Life Support
• Preferred: within 3 years Certified Cardiographic Technician

Skills

• Basic computer skills including MS Office applications. (Required)
• Understand and follow verbal and written instructions. (Required)
• Effective communication skills (Required)

Working Conditions

Lifting

• Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without the use of assistive equipment and/or devices (NIOSH).
• Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment and perform precise procedures.
• Ability to move around area with occasional sitting.
• Frequent reaching/ bending/ squatting/ kneeling/ grasping.
• Lift/Carry: Frequently up to 15 lbs. Occasionally up to 20 lbs.
• Push/Pull: Frequently up to 20 lbs. force. Occasional up to 30 lbs. force.

Environmental Conditions

• Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.
• Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals.
• Time spent on site in medical/hospital setting.

Mental/Visual

• Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).
• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

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This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting.