Emergency ECG Tech & Patient Care Assistant

Trinity Health; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health is seeking an ECG Technician to perform quality ECG studies, enter patient demographics, and ensure accurate data transmission to the hospital data system. The role supports ED operations during a 12-hour day shift.

The ideal candidate has Paramedic/EMT experience, a HS diploma or GED, and proficiency with computer systems; ACLS/BLS/PALS preferred; cross-training as Unit Secretary may be offered.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED is required.
• Paramedic and/or EMT certification preferred; willing to cross train as Unit Secretary.
• Experience as Paramedic/EMT required; starting IVs necessary; computer experience.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates proper technique and lead placement for performing a quality ECG study.
• Verifies order is placed into computer; acquires ECG with demographics.
• Transmits ECG from cart to data management system; alerts for high-priority rhythms.
• Monitors waiting room and identifies patients needing reassessment by triage nurse.
• Recognizes monitor alarms and notifies RN or charge nurse.

Skills

ECG technique

Computer literacy

Paramedic/EMT experience

IV start

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Paramedic/EMT certificate

Tools

ECG cart

Data management system

Job description

Trinity Health is seeking an ECG Technician to perform quality ECG studies, enter patient demographics, and ensure accurate data transmission to the hospital data system. The role supports ED operations during a 12-hour day shift.

The ideal candidate has Paramedic/EMT experience, a HS diploma or GED, and proficiency with computer systems; ACLS/BLS/PALS preferred; cross-training as Unit Secretary may be offered.