EKG Technician, Per Diem

University Hospital; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospital in Newark, NJ is seeking an experienced EKG Technician to perform electrocardiograms (EKGs) and produce accurate recordings to support patient care across all ages. You will work under the Cardiovascular Coordinator to ensure timely results and high-quality imaging.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, completion of an accredited electrocardiography program, CPR certification, a basic ECG interpretation course, and at least one year of relevant

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of an accredited electrocardiography program required.
• Certification in electrocardiography preferred.
• CPR certification required.
• Basic ECG interpretation course completed.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience.
• Must perform ECGs on patients of all ages.
• English reading/writing/speaking proficient enough to perform job duties.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrocardiograms (EKGs) to capture tracings of the heart’s electrical signals.
• Support the Cardiovascular Coordinator by providing accurate and timely EKG results.
• Apply specialized knowledge and training to ensure high-quality patient care.
• Deliver services to a diverse patient population, from newborns to elderly individuals.
• Maintain competency in EKG procedures and adapt techniques for age-specific needs.

Skills

CPR certification

ECG interpretation

English communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Accredited electrocardiography program completed

ECG certification preferred

Job description

Overview

About the Role

The main responsibility of the EKG Technician is to conduct electrocardiograms (EKGs) to produce graphic recordings of the heart’s electrical activity, as monitored by the Cardiovascular Coordinator. The technician is equipped with the necessary education, skills, and experience to care for patients across all age groups, from newborns to the elderly.

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do

• Perform electrocardiograms (EKGs) to capture detailed tracings of the heart’s electrical signals.
• Support the Cardiovascular Coordinator by providing accurate and timely EKG results.
• Apply specialized knowledge and training to ensure high-quality patient care.
• Deliver services to a diverse patient population, ranging from newborns to elderly individuals.
• Maintain competency in EKG procedures and adapt techniques to meet age-specific needs

Qualifications

What You’ll Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent certification program required.
• Completion of an accredited electrocardiography school/program is required to demonstrate certification.
• Certification in electrocardiography is preferred.
• CPR certification is required.
• Successful completion of a basic ECG interpretation course is required.
• Minimum of one (1) year of relevant experience required.
• Must be physically able to walk through nursing units while maneuvering the EKG cart.
• Must be capable of performing electrocardiograms on patients of all ages.
• Must possess clerical skills to complete charge sheets and track daily work volume.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform job duties.

Compensation

The expected hourly rate per hour is $24.50 in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Law; final compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

About Us

University Hospital is one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. As the principal teaching affiliate of Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and the only state-certified Level 1 Trauma Center in Northern New Jersey, University Hospital is training the next generation of physicians and advancing science to discovery while taking exceptional care of patients, regardless of their financial situation.

University Hospital offers a competitive salary & comprehensive benefits package. Affiant Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. For more information, visit www.uhnj.org/hrweb.