Staff Technician/EKG Tech - Full Time Day Shift

St. Joseph Hospital; Bangor (ME); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph Hospital in Bangor, ME seeks an EKG Technician to perform EKGs, prep patients for stress testing, and observe monitoring for abnormalities. You will coordinate with physicians to report findings and support the cardiology team during stress tests.

The role requires current Maine CNA registry, and BLS certification within 30 days of hire. You will work in a Catholic health system guided by compassion, integrity, collaboration and excellence.

Qualifications

• Effective communication skills.
• Compassionate patient care.

Responsibilities

• Perform EKGs and patient prep for stress tests.
• Notify Physician Extender or Cardiologist of abnormal findings.
• Operate cardiac stress testing monitoring system and respond to changes.
• Obtain manual blood pressures at rest and during motion for stress tests.
• Document patient care in hospital EMR and stress testing software.

Skills

Communication

Compassion

Education

Maine State CNA registry

BLS within 30 days

Job description

Job Summary:

Responsibilities Include: EKG tech will have the ability to perform EKGs on patients and demonstrates ability to perform patient prep for EKGs that are needed for stress testing. EKG tech should be able to notify Physician Extender or Cardiologist of abnormal findings prior to stress test. EKG tech will work in a supportive manner with Physician Extender or Cardiologist during stress testing and should be able to recognize changes in patient condition and basic abnormalities on Cardiac stress test monitoring system during stress testing . EKG Tech will have the ability to obtain manual blood pressures on patients at rest and while patient is in motion for stress tests. EKG tech will have the ability to stay competent with stress testing software/equipment and be able to operate automatic blood pressure machines. EKG tech will have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, is able to multitask, has effective communication skills, ability to work independently and as a team member. Able to interact compassionally and effectively to provide quality patient care. Supports and promotes the values and mission of the organization. Courteous interaction with co-workers/peers. Documents patient care services in hospital electronic medical records and Cardiac stress testing software within their scope of practice.

Requirements:

Licensure(s): Current and active on the Maine State CNA registry

Certification(s): BLS to be obtained within 30 days of employment

Covenant Health Mission Statement

We are a Catholic health ministry, providing healing and care for the whole person, in service to all in our communities.

Our Core Values

• Compassion

We show respect, caring and sensitivity towards all, honoring the dignity of each person, especially the poor, vulnerable and suffering.

• Integrity

We promote justice and ethical behavior, and responsibly steward our human, financial and environmental resources.

• Collaboration

We work in partnership, dialogue and shared purpose to create healthy communities.

• Excellence

We deliver all services with the highest level of quality, while seeking creative innovation.

Applicants, employees and former employees are protected from employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, and genetic information (including family medical history).

Comp Range:

$17.73 - $24.42

Rate of pay displayed reflects the beginning of the pay scale. At the time of an offer, determination of your offer will reflect your skills and experience as it relates to the position.

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