Cardiac Technician Non - Invasive

Trinity Health • Waterbury, CT

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About The Position

Trinity Health Of New England is looking for an experienced EKG Technician to join our team of mission-driven healthcare innovators at Saint Mary’s Hospital and Medical Center. Our vision is to provide state-of-the-art healthcare to those within our local communities, creating a positive impact for everyone that walks through our doors. This person is responsible for providing exceptional care with a focus on stroke patients as well as a variety of medical conditions on a 20-bed acute care unit. Our unit offers a unique opportunity to learn and establish interests in many different specialty areas while expanding your nursing career. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a drive to provide patient-centered experiences through scholarly scientific inquiry, compassion for the human spirit and mind, advocacy and education for the patient and families, and collaboration with all those who touch our patients.

Requirements

• Education: High School, Registered EKG Technician required.
• Experience: Prefer 1-2 years of experience.
• Certification: EKG certification preferred.
• Skills: Basic EKG testing skills
• Basic computer skills required.
• Effective communication, organizational and critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Operates Electrocardiograph, Holter Monitor and Stress Testing equipment.
• Receives exam requests and arranges procedure times.
• Prior to procedure technician verifies pertinent information with the patient.
• The procedure is explained, and instructions are given to the patient.
• Any abnormalities or other pertinent information is documented on the exam and if necessary, the patient’s physician or nurse are notified.
• After the procedure is performed the study is logged into the Cardiology Information System and the equipment is properly cleaned and the supplies are replenished.
• The technician is also responsible for performing other miscellaneous clerical duties such as answering the phone, scheduling appointments, transcribing studies, retrieving, and filing records.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED