Cardiology EKG Tech - Per Diem Varies

Torrance Memorial Medical Center•Torrance, CA

17h

About The Position

The Cardiology Technician performs non-invasive cardiac procedures, including stress testing, Holter monitor hookups and removals, and ECGs for patients of all ages. Procedures are conducted according to established department and Medical Center policies and procedures. The role includes preparing patients and testing areas, assisting physicians and nurses during exercise testing, recognizing basic cardiac rhythms and responding to emergencies, and completing and routing test results and records. The technician also maintains equipment and supplies, responds to assigned requests, transports patients as needed, and provides training to personnel.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience performing EKGs and stress testing.
BCLS or ACLS certification.

Responsibilities

Perform stress testing, Holter monitor hookups and removals, and ECGs for adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients; perform SAECGs on adult patients.
Recognize basic cardiac rhythms, including ECG changes indicating acute MI, ventricular tachycardia, ventricular fibrillation, or heart block, and provide intervention as indicated.
Initiate Code Blue and emergency measures when indicated, in accordance with BCLS and hospital policy.
Prepare the testing area for procedures, including required forms, charts, equipment, and supplies.
Prepare patients for electrocardiograms and stress testing using proper lead placement and skin preparation.
Follow infection-control guidelines, including handwashing, isolation policies, and cleaning equipment between patients.
Assist physicians and registered nurses during exercise testing.
Check results online and send them to the ordering physician.
Prepare test results for interpretation and dictation, complete the work process before the end of the shift, and update and file charts.
Respond to the beeper or iPhone when assigned ECGs.
Transport patients as necessary.
Order supplies and maintain appropriate stock levels.
Train new personnel and provide updated training to established personnel.
Demonstrate interpersonal skills and knowledge of clinical norms for age-specific patient groups, and provide healthcare services appropriate to those groups.