Electrocardiograph (ECG) Technician - Cardiology - UW Medical Center-Montlake

UW Advancement Careers; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

UW Medical Center – Montlake is seeking an Electrocardiograph Technician 2 to perform resting ECGs for adults and children. The role supports the Cardiology department, with day shifts and a 40-hour work week, based at the Montlake campus in Seattle.

The incumbent will troubleshoot EKG equipment, manage holter/event monitoring data, and assist in training nursing staff in routine EKG use. This regular, full-time position offers opportunities for growth within UW Medicine.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalent.
• One year of experience as an ECG Technician I.
• Certified in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).

Responsibilities

• Operates and troubleshoots EKG equipment to obtain resting electrocardiograms on adult and pediatric patients.
• Recognizes and troubleshoots patient or electrical artifact on EKGs, prepares and instructs patients for holter and event monitoring, and analyzes holter monitor data and creates reports for physician interpretation.
• Provide training to nursing and medical staff outside of the department in the routine use of the EKG equipment.
• Maintains laboratory supplies, completes daily paperwork and assists patients in the Regional Heart Center.
• Perform other duties as required.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Electrocardiograph Technician 2 (ECG/EKG).

• 100% FTE, Full-time, 40-hours-per-week
• Day Shift, Monday-Friday

Location & Department

UW Medical Center - Montlake's Cardiology department

The Heart Institute at UW Medical Center – Montlake provides a full range of heart healthcare and prevention services. Our services include general cardiology, cardiac diagnostic imaging tests and procedures, cardiac surgery, arrhythmia management and electrophysiology, interventional cardiology, structural heart services, advanced heart failure management, heart transplant and ventricular assist devices (VADs), adult congenital heart disease management, cardiac psychiatry, cardiovascular genetics and other advanced services.

Position Highlights

• Conveniently located near public transportation
• Make a difference for the patients and employees we serve
• Opportunity to provide career growth

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Operates and troubleshoots EKG equipment to obtain resting electrocardiograms on adult and pediatric patients
• Recognizes and troubleshoots patient or electrical artifact on EKG’s, prepare and instruct patients for holter and event monitoring, and analyzes the holter monitor data and create reports for physician interpretation
• Provide training to nursing and medical staff outside of the department in the routine use of the EKG equipment
• Maintains laboratory supplies, completion of daily paperwork and assists patients in the Regional Heart Center
• Perform other duties as required

Requirements

• High school graduation or equivalent
• One year of experience as an ECG Technician I
• Certified in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
• Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration

About UW Medical Center‑Montlake

UW Medical Center is an acute care academic medical center located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in seven specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.

The UW Medical Center-Montlake campus is located on the edge of the beautiful UW campus which includes many amenities available to our staff as well as very convenient public transit options including the Sound Transit’s light rail station across the street.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum: $30.58 hourly

Pay Range Maximum: $43.79 hourly

Benefits: For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift: First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?: This is a regular position

FTE (Full‑Time Equivalent): 100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit: SEIU Local 925 Healthcare Prof/Lab Tech

About UW Medicine – Where Your Impact Goes Further

UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the publicby advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.

All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [e-mail].

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.