EKG Technician - Full Time

Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic; Nampa (ID); On-site; USD 41,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health in Idaho is seeking an Electrocardiogram Technician to perform electrocardiograms, adenosine and dobutamine stress tests, and monitor hook-ups according to standard protocol.

You will edit results, document procedures, and ensure accurate charging while maintaining daily records. A high school diploma and BLS certification are required, with preferred EKG knowledge and medical terminology. Strong English communication and 40 wpm typing are desirable.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Basic Life Support certification required at hire.
• Prior knowledge of EKGs preferred.
• Medical terminology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs electrocardiograms, stress testing, holter and event monitor hookups.
• Edits clinical information accurately according to physician interpretation.
• Charges testing appropriately and maintains daily records.
• Communicates procedures to patients professionally and types 40 wpm when needed.

Skills

BLS certification

EKG procedures

Medical terminology

Typing 40 wpm

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Description:

GENERAL SUMMARY AND PURPOSE:

Performs electrocardiograms, stress testing, applies holter monitors, event monitors, records, edits and processes EKGs.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma required.

Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers certification from either AHA, ARC or the Military Training Network is required at hire in all units, unless currently certified in ACLS and/or PALS.

Previous knowledge of EKGs preferred.

Medical terminology preferred.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Knows, understands, incorporates, and demonstrates the Organization's Mission, Vision, and Values in behaviors, practices, and decisions. Demonstrates compliance with hospital safety policies and procedures. Revenue management: ensures the accuracy of documenting services and supplies provided to the patients. Demonstrates knowledge and skills to competently care for all assigned age groups (Neonate, Child, Adolescent, Adult, Geriatric as applicable). Performs electrocardiograms, including adenosine stress, dobutamine stress studies, treadmill stress testing and holter monitoring/event monitoring hook-ups according to standard protocol. Communicates procedures to the patient in a professional manner. Edits clinical information accurately and according to physician interpretation. Charges testing appropriately and maintains daily records according to standard protocol. Proficient in verbal and written English language. Ability to type 40-wpm preferred.

Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs.

For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.