EKG Technician - St. Rita's Medical Center

Mercy Health; Lima (OH); On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

HSA/FSA options

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Job summary

Mercy Health in Ohio seeks an EKG technician to perform 12- and 18-lead ECGs with high-quality tracings and minimal artifacts. Responsibilities include applying leads, verifying patient identity, and transmitting EKG data for cardiologist interpretation.

The role covers Holter and Event Monitor procedures, patient instruction, and adhering to department policies. BLS certification required; 1 year EKG experience preferred; high school diploma or GED is required.

Qualifications

• Requires BLS Basic Life Support (American Heart Association)
• High school diploma or GED required
• 1 year EKG experience preferred
• Use and comprehend basic computer applications and diagnose common EKG equipment problems

Responsibilities

• Verify patient name armband against order requisition
• Apply electrodes and prepare chest area for high-quality tracings
• Perform, transmit, and process EKGs
• Conduct Holter monitoring: apply, advise diary, and interpret transmissions
• Conduct Event Monitor procedures: apply, receive post-event transmissions
• Maintain or arrange equipment and notify supervisor of malfunctions or supply needs
• Participate in cross-training and orient new staff

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Conflict resolution

Active listening

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

EKG equipment

Job description

Primary Function/General Purpose Of Position

Performed 12 and 18 lead ECG, rhythm strips with minimal artifact and high quality. Documents and processes for interpretation by cardiologist, following department policies and procedures. Performs other related duties incidental to the work described within.

Essential Job Functions

• Verifies the patient’s name armband to the order requisition, ensuring that the correct patient receives the test.
• Applies electrodes to the chest and extremity areas, adhering to the standards established for proper lead placement, utilizing alternate sites for lead placement when appropriate and adhering to the standards of counting the intercostal spaces for each patient ensuring proper lead placement. Prepares the patient’s chest area (shave, clean, abrade) when needed to obtain high quality tracings.
• Performs, transmits, and processes EKGs.
• Performs Holter Monitoring procedures. This entails application and disconnection of Holter monitors. Explains to the patient how to maintain the patient’s diary (record keeping) of the symptoms and events experienced.
• Performs Event Monitor procedures. This entails application, receiving post event transmissions. Instructs the patient how to perform event-recording transmissions.
• Maintains equipment in clean and proper working condition and notifies the supervisor, Bio-Medical department or designated personnel of malfunctioning equipment. Notifies manager of needed supplies.
• Participates in cross training and orienting new employees to the department.
• This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association (required)

Education

High school graduate or GED (required)

Work Experience

1 of year of EKG experience (preferred)

Training

Use and comprehend basic computer applications and diagnose common EKG equipment problems.

Skills

• Must possess communication/writing/interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail
• Critical thinking
• Communication with family members
• Teamwork
• Conflict resolution
• Active listening
• As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Aff… please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail]