Electrograph Technician I/II - San Mateo Medical Center (Open & Promotional)

County of San Mateo; Redwood City (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Electrograph Technician I/II to join their team. This role focuses on operating and maintaining EKG equipment while providing compassionate patient care. Ideal candidates will have a strong foundation in electrocardiography and experience in a healthcare setting. The position offers full-time hours with opportunities for advancement. Join a team that values diversity and inclusion, and contribute to exceptional healthcare services in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Completion of an electrocardiography course from an accredited institution.
• Preferred experience in a hospital or clinic setting.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain electrocardiographs (EKG) and assist cardiologists.
• Prepare patients for cardiac imaging studies and maintain equipment.

Skills

Patient care

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Experience with EKGs

Experience with diverse populations

Education

Electrocardiography course

One year of EKG experience

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EPIC)

Job description

At San Mateo Medical Center, we are committed to providing exceptional healthcare services. We are seeking an Electrograph Technician I/II to operate and maintain electrocardiographs (EKG), prepare patients, and assist cardiologists during cardiac imaging studies. The role includes training to operate electroencephalograph (EEG), electromyographic (EMG), and related equipment for neurological testing.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• A certificate of completion of an electrocardiography course from an accredited institution.
• Preferred experience in a hospital, clinic, or diagnostic lab setting, especially with EKGs and cardiac testing.
• Experience with Electronic Health Records systems like EPIC.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a compassionate approach to patient care.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Experience working with diverse populations.

The current vacancy is full-time and regular.

Distinguishing Characteristics:

Electrograph Technician I ($30.47 - $38.10 hourly) is an entry-level position. Incumbents perform EKG procedures under supervision and may advance to Technician II after training and demonstrated proficiency.

Electrograph Technician II ($35.14 - $43.93 hourly) is a journey-level position responsible for independent operation of EKG equipment and assisting with EEG and EMG procedures.

Note: The list generated may be used for future vacancies. Duties include operating EKG and related equipment, assisting with procedures, maintaining equipment, clerical tasks, and documenting patient information.

Knowledge and skills include:

• Principles and procedures of electrocardiograph and neurological testing equipment.
• Patient care and recordkeeping practices.

Qualifications:

• Electrograph Technician I: Completion of an electrocardiography course; experience preferred.
• Electrograph Technician II: One year of full-time EKG experience; course completion required.

Application process: Open to all, with a selection process including application screening and a panel interview. Applications are only accepted online via https://jobs.smcgov.org. A supplemental questionnaire is required.

Recruitment schedule: Final deadline is May 19, 2025, with interviews scheduled for early June.

About San Mateo County: Located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay, serving a diverse community. The county promotes equity and inclusion and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds.