EKG Technician - Per Diem

John Theurer Cancer Center at Hackensack University Medical Center; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

John Theurer Cancer Center at Hackensack University Medical Center is seeking an EKG Technician to perform ECGs, prepare patients, and manage data in the MUSE system. You will coordinate with cardiologists and nurses to ensure timely interpretation and accurate record keeping.

The role emphasizes teamwork, patient safety, and adherence to regulatory standards. Experience with ECG equipment, charting, and maintaining a clean work environment is essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Strong teamwork and excellent communication with patients, families, and staff.
• Proficiency with basic computer tasks and electronic health records.

Responsibilities

• Explain the ECG test to patients and prep appropriately for all ages.
• Process ECG data: enter demographics, download to MUSE, and forward to cardiologists.
• Maintain equipment, ensure accuracy of ECG times and paper speed, and comply with standards.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

EKG Technician Certification

Job description

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

Responsibilities

A day in the life of a EKG Technician at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:

• Obtains orders. Explain the test to the patient. Utilizes patient safety goals when performing ECGs by confirming the patient's identity and reducing risk of healthcare associated infections. Properly preps chest and applies electrodes with an approach that is appropriate to the growth and developmental needs of the neonate, child, adolescent, adult or geriatric patient. Responds to medical alerts and stats appropriately. Communicates critical results to Physicians and/or Registered Nurses immediately after performing the ECG. Ensures all patient information is entered correctly into the ECG machine. Places the unconfirmed ECG, for inpatient, in the patient's chart.
• Charges completed ECGs in computer by completing order. Downloads ECGs into the MUSE system. Attaches correct order, completes demographics and sends ECG to reading Cardiologist to interpret and confirm in a timely manner. Faxes confirmed ECGs to ordering physicians in a timely manner. Ensures ECGs performed during their shift are processed correctly before the end of their shift.
• Maintains/cleans equipment between patients. Ensures date and time settings are correct on ECG machines. Verifies ECG machine is set for standard paper speed.
• Identifies quality improvement issues and develops processes to address following the Plan Do Check Act method. Participates in the collection, analysis, and application of performance improvement data for follow up and resolution. Participates in system and interdepartmental quality improvement activities. Records critical results in the ECG department book. Complies with local, state and federal regulatory and accrediting standards. Participate in continuing education, completing required e-learning, and attending required system programs annually. Maintains awareness of department issues by attending staff meetings and safety huddles.
• Orders/maintains supplies. Contacts appropriate areas for any repairs needed and follows up until completion. Stocks ECG machines, including Code Angio folders.
• Applies holter monitors following proper prep and application. Removes holter monitors.
• Assists in the stress lab as needed inputting patient information in the Case system, following proper prep and application of leads.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor/Manager to assist in the efficient operation of the department.
• Trains new EKG technicians to perform/process ECGs and apply/remove holters. Orients to JFK University Medical Center, department, and departmental policies and procedures. Complies with and assures staff compliance with established dress code and personal protection equipment requirements.
• Trains PCTS/Registered Nurses to perform EKGs as needed.
• Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
• Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs.
• An exceptional focus on teamwork.
• Excellent communication skills when working with patients, families, physicians and other health care team members.
• Basic computer skills.

Education, Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Preferred

• One year in a patient care or healthcare related environment preferred.

Licenses And Certifications Preferred

• AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification.
• EKG Technician Certification.

Compensation

Minimum rate of $20.64 Hourly

HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package.

Job Duties

The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to:

• Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness.
• Experience: Years of relevant work experience.
• Education and Certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training.
• Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies.
• Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location.
• Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization.
• Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered.

Some jobs may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions not reflected in the starting rate. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials for work performed on evening, night, or weekend shifts.

In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.

HACKENSACK MERIDIAN HEALTH (HMH) IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, breastfeeding, genetic information, refusal to submit to a genetic test or make available to an employer the results of a genetic test, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, national origin, nationality, ancestry, disability, marital status, liability for military service, or status as a protected veteran.

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