Holter Monitoring Technician

Partner's Healthcare; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham in Boston seeks an ECG Technician to perform diagnostic tests monitoring the heart's electrical activity. You will prepare patients, attach ECG leads, operate equipment, and document results for physicians.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, completion of an ECG training program, knowledge of cardiac anatomy, and strong attention to detail, communication, and HIPAA compliance in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• ECG technician training program completion or equivalent experience, 1–2 years preferred.
• Knowledge of heart anatomy and cardiovascular system.
• Knowledge of ECG equipment and procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with patients and physicians.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multitask.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and medical records systems.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and HIPAA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for the ECG test by explaining the procedure and answering questions.
• Attach electrodes to the chest and limbs to monitor heart activity.
• Operate ECG equipment and monitor heart activity during the test.
• Record and analyze test results for the physician or cardiologist.
• Identify and correct issues that arise during the ECG test.
• Clean and maintain ECG equipment and ensure proper functioning.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of each ECG test result.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

HIPAA compliance

Education

High school diploma

ECG technician training

Tools

ECG equipment

Job description

Site: The General Hospital CorporationMass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries.

Job Summary

Responsible for performing diagnostic tests to monitor the electrical activity of a patient's heart.

• Prepare patients for the ECG test by explaining the procedure and answering any questions they may have.
• Attach electrodes to the patient's chest and limbs to monitor their heart activity during the test.
• Operate ECG equipment and monitoring the patient's heart activity during the test.
• Record and analyze the results of the test for the physician or cardiologist.
• Identify and correct any issues that may arise during the ECG test.
• Clean and maintain ECG equipment and ensuring that it is in proper working condition.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of each patient's ECG test results.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required
• Completion of an ECG technician training program or equivalent work experience. 1-2 years preferred
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology of the heart and cardiovascular system.
• Knowledge of ECG equipment and procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with patients, physicians, and other healthcare professionals.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and computer systems used for medical record keeping.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations.

Additional Job Details

• Remote Type: Hybrid
• Work Location: 32 Fruit Street
• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
• Employee Type: Regular
• Work Shift: Day (United States of America)
• Pay Range: $28.40 - $42.83/Hourly
• Grade: 4

Benefits and Compensation

• In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement

EEO Statement: 1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

Competency Framework

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership \"looks like\" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.