Cardiac Stress/EKG Tech-Per Diem

Beth Israel Lahey Health • Milton, GA

1d • $21 - $28

About The Position

Under general supervision and based on physicians’ orders, the Stress/EKG Technician performs a wide variety of cardiology testing for inpatients and outpatients. Testing includes holter monitor placement and scanning, stress testing, and report processing and documentation for use in diagnosing and treating cardiac diseases and conditions. The role requires working cooperatively with the healthcare delivery team, adapting to changes in workload and schedule, managing interruptions, prioritizing tasks, solving problems, and responding quickly to urgent requests. The position may expose employees to blood and body fluids; employees are oriented to and required to follow universal precautions for infection control. The position is per diem. The listed base hourly pay range is $21.00–$28.26.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• BLS/CPR certification required.
• 1–2 years of work-related experience required.
• Ability to perform manual blood pressure checks.
• Knowledge and experience in a cardiology setting, including familiarity with cardiac disease processes, terminology, and medications.
• Experience with computer systems, including web-based applications and some Microsoft Office applications.

Nice To Haves

• Graduate of a Medical Assistant or Stress Testing/EKG training program.
• ACLS certification.
• 1–2 years of stress-testing experience.
• Advanced EKG interpretation skills.
• I.V. start experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform cardiology testing, including holter monitor placement and scanning and stress testing, for inpatients and outpatients based on physicians’ orders.
• Process reports and complete documentation to support diagnosis and treatment of cardiac diseases and conditions.
• Work cooperatively with members of the healthcare delivery team and staff.
• Plan and accomplish goals using experience, judgment, and time-management skills; set priorities, solve problems, adapt to interruptions and workload or schedule changes, and respond to urgent requests.
• Follow universal precautions for infection control.

Benefits

• Base hourly pay range of $21.00–$28.26; compensation may include shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED