EKG Technician

Ascension Health; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Pro-rated PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Pet insurance

Transportation savings

Job summary

Ascension Health is seeking an EKG Technician to support cardiac imaging at Ascension St. John Medical Center in Tulsa, OK. You will guide patients through procedures, place leads precisely, and help clinicians interpret results to inform treatment decisions.

The role emphasizes high-quality data, proactive equipment maintenance, and seamless coordination with physicians. BLS is required within 30 days of hire, with a strong patient-centered focus in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider required within 30 days of hire; AH AHA or Red Cross accepted.
• High school diploma equivalency or higher with relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and guide patients through EKG procedures with clear explanations to reduce anxiety.
• Place leads accurately and identify rhythm abnormalities in real time to aid clinical decisions.
• Troubleshoot artifacts and calibrate equipment to ensure data integrity.
• Review patient history and route diagnostics to physicians for rapid interpretation.

Skills

EKG procedure guidance

Patient communication

Real-time cardiac assessment

Equipment calibration

Care coordination

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's/Technical degree or 4 years related experience

Tools

EKG machine

Telemetry equipment

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Tulsa, OK

• Facility: Ascension St. John Medical Center

• Department: Cardiac Imaging

• Schedule: Monday - Friday 6:30am - 3:00pm. Rotating weekend coverage.

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Prepare and guide patients through EKG procedures by clearly explaining the process to reduce anxiety and ensure a comfortable, professional experience.

• Execute high-precision diagnostics by accurately placing leads and identifying heart rhythm abnormalities in real-time to support immediate clinical decision-making.

• Maintain diagnostic integrity by troubleshooting technical artifacts and ensuring all equipment is calibrated for the most accurate patient data possible.

• Streamline the care journey by reviewing patient histories and efficiently routing completed diagnostics to physicians for rapid interpretation and treatment planning.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options

• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance

• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays

• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning

• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits

• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

Min Salary: 18.67

Max Salary 25.02