ED/EKG Technician - Emergency Room - Optional

TriHealth • Hamilton, OH

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The ED/EKG Technician supports emergency department operations and patient care at TriHealth Bethesda Butler Hospital. Working under the direct supervision of an RN, the technician performs and documents basic patient care procedures, maintains competency in trained tasks, transcribes verbal EKG orders, performs EKGs, and submits tracings to Tracemaster and the EMR. The role also collects blood specimens within documented competency and transports patients by stretcher or wheelchair.

The technician helps maintain a safe, prepared care environment by following infection control and emergency procedures, identifying and reporting hazards, maintaining supplies and equipment, performing temperature checks and quality controls, and keeping the EKG cart and oxygen tanks ready. The role requires timely, respectful communication with patients, families, and the healthcare team, along with appropriate documentation and use of the chain of command.

This is an optional/PRN position scheduled for 12 hours per week, with shifts varying between 7 a.m.–7 p.m. and 11 a.m.–11 p.m. The Emergency Department is described as high-acuity and high-intensity. The position offers opportunities to participate in a technician preceptor program or unit-based committees.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Ability to follow safety policies, infection control protocols, and chain-of-command procedures.
• Strong communication skills.
• Reliability in completing assigned tasks.
• Ability to maintain competency in assigned trained tasks and perform procedures within documented competency guidelines.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in patient care, emergency services, or EKG performance.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document basic patient care procedures under the direct supervision of an RN, while maintaining competency in trained tasks.
• Transcribe verbal EKG orders, perform EKGs, complete orders, and submit tracings to Tracemaster and the EMR.
• Collect blood specimens within documented competency guidelines.
• Transport patients safely by stretcher or wheelchair.
• Identify and report actual or potential safety hazards, complete safety event reports when appropriate, and follow infection control and safety procedures.
• Perform supply, equipment, and environmental tasks, including temperature checks and quality controls, and report supply or equipment availability problems.
• Stock and maintain the EKG cart, nurse servers, cabinet drawers, and carts; maintain filled oxygen tanks; prepare equipment and instruments for central supply cleaning; and clean unit equipment such as stretchers.
• Work with I.S. regarding Tracemaster concerns.
• Participate in the technician preceptor program and/or a TriHealth or unit-based committee, and meet unit and TriHealth requirements such as annual competencies and required staff meetings.
• Communicate respectfully and effectively with patients, families, coworkers, and other members of the healthcare team; report patient-related information and task-completion problems promptly; document observations and tasks; and use the chain of command appropriately.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement plans, and tuition reimbursement.
• Student loan repayment options.
• Career growth opportunities.
• Structured competencies, training, and leadership support.
• Opportunities to participate in preceptor programs and unit-based committees.

What This Job Offers

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