EKG Technician - Full-Time

Christiana Care Health Services, Inc.; Town of Christiana (WI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Christiana Care Health System in Newark, Delaware seeks an EKG Technician to perform tracings, transfer data to PowerChart, and support ED triage in a fast-paced hospital setting.

This role requires a high school diploma, CCU in-service, and EKG experience; duties include device maintenance, pacemaker interrogations, and coordination with physicians and nursing staff.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or its equivalent.
• Basic CCU in-service and medical terminology.
• EKG experience preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.

Responsibilities

• Perform EKG tracings for Christiana and Wilmington Hospitals and ED triage.
• Transfer EKG to PowerChart.
• Create order in PowerChart for outpatient EKG.
• Sign as performed by EKG in PowerChart.
• Cleans and stocks EKG machine for critical care units.
• Perform pacemaker device interrogations in the ED.
• Work the unmatched EKG list in PowerChart, create order as necessary.
• Respond to STAT, RTT and timed EKGs per department policy.
• Demonstrates skills and knowledge of growth and development, the ability to obtain and interpret information to identify patient needs, and to provide the care needed.
• Performs assigned work safely, adhering to established departmental safety rules and practices.
• Reports to supervisor, lead tech and manager in a timely manner, any unsafe activities, conditions, hazards, or safety violations that may cause injury to oneself, other employees, patients and visitors.
• Performs other related duties as required

Skills

EKG software

Office equipment

Policies & procedures

Efficiency

Data entry

Prioritization

Judgment & diplomacy

Oral and written comms

EKG training

Devices usage

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

CCU in-service & medical terminology

EKG experience preferred

Tools

PowerChart

Critical care equipment

Job description

Job Details

SHIFT: 40 hours weekly 11a-7p Every other Weekend/Every Other Holiday

PRIMARY FUNCTION

Responsible for assisting with diagnostic tests to using electrocardiograms to capture patient heart rhythm and rate.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform EKG tracings for Christiana and Wilmington Hospitals and ED triage
• Transfer EKG to Powerchart
• Create order in Powerchart for outpatient EKG
• Sign as performed by EKG in Powerchart
• Cleans and stocks EKG machine for critical care units
• Perform pacemaker device interrogations in the ED
• Work the unmatched EKG list in Powerchart, create order as necessary
• Respond to STAT, RTT and timed EKGs per department policy
• Demonstrates skills and knowledge of growth and development, the ability to obtain and interpret information to identify patient needs, and to provide the care needed
• Performs assigned work safely, adhering to established departmental safety rules and practices
• Reports to supervisor, lead tech and manager in a timely manner, any unsafe activities, conditions, hazards, or safety violations that may cause injury to oneself, other employees, patients and visitors
• Performs other related duties as required

SCOPE, PURPOSE, AND FREQUENCY OF CONTACTS

Frequent contact with physicians, patients, nursing staff, various labs, clerical, visitor and families in performing EKG test, coordinating daily workload.

DIRECTION/SUPERVISION OF OTHERS

None

DIRECTION/SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Director, Manager and Lead Tech

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• High School graduate or its equivalent
• Basic CCU in-service and medical terminology
• EKG experience preferred
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS

• Knowledge of EKG machine program format
• Knowledge of office equipment and machines
• Ability to learn departmental policies and procedures
• Ability to be efficient and accurate
• Ability to enter and retrieve information on computer
• Ability to organize and prioritize work assignments
• Ability to exercise judgment, tact and diplomacy
• Skill in oral and written communication
• Ability to assist with basic EKG training for other departments
• Ability to use/wear communication devices daily as required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Yearly EKG competency and critical results review w/certificate of completion. BEAT class training upon hire/transfer certificate of completion and CPR w/AED certification (2years)o

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Bending, stooping, standing, walking, and reaching while performing tests.

WORKING CONDITIONS

General pleasant office environment, can be stressful at times. ED triage room can be stressful at times.

Hourly Pay Range

Hourly Pay Range: $19.48 - $28.24 This pay rate/range represents ChristianaCare’s good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting. The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individual factors including without limitation skills, relevant experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Post End Date

Oct 12, 2026

EEO Posting Statement

ChristianaCare offers a competitive suite of employee benefits to maximize the wellness of you and your family, including

• health insurance
• paid time off
• retirement
• an employee assistance program

To learn more about our benefits for eligible positions visit https://careers.christianacare.org/benefits-compensation/

Location

Christiana Hospital, Newark, Delaware. This 1,007-bed, 1.3-million-square-foot modern facility provides a level of care only available in large-scale teaching hospitals. Christiana Hospital includes Delaware's only Level-I Trauma center (as verified by the American College of Surgeons), which is prepared to handle the most extreme medical emergencies. In fact, it is the only Level-I Trauma center on the East Coast corridor between Baltimore and Philadelphia. Christiana Hospital has also been nationally recognized in U.S. News & World Report's Best Regional Hospitals rankings as #1 in Delaware and #3 in the Philadelphia metro area, plus High Performing in 9 Adult Procedures/Conditions Christiana Care Health System Website