EKG II Tech

Conifer Health Solutions•Palm Springs, CA

About The Position

The EKG II Tech works in the Non-Invasive Cardiac Laboratory, which provides diagnostic services for clinical assessment of cardiac and peripheral vascular diseases, except carotid duplex scans. The lab operates daily from 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. for inpatient electrocardiography and Holter recorder applications. More extensive testing and outpatient electrocardiography are performed by appointment Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. The role performs cardiology studies and diagnostic procedures, gathers and documents relevant patient history, schedules patients, and ensures studies are completed, read, documented, and charged appropriately. The technician collaborates with staff, maintains professional communication and patient confidentiality, supports equipment maintenance and troubleshooting, and transports patients as needed. Shift times may change to meet departmental needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Current American Heart Association BLS certification, maintained at all times.
Accurate typing and grammar skills; ability to type 35–40 words per minute.
Knowledge of medical terminology and basic EKG.
Knowledge of heart medications.
Experience in a clinical environment.
Experience with nuclear treadmill stress tests, Dobutamine stress tests, Holter monitor scanning, Signal Average Electrocardiogram, and pacemaker checks.

Responsibilities

Follow department and hospital policies, including requirements for attendance, dress, Kronos, credential documentation, and universal precautions.
Communicate and behave professionally toward patients, family members, and staff.
Use courteous and effective telephone etiquette.
Perform other duties as requested by the supervisor.
Schedule patients while preventing conflicts; verify physicians’ signed orders and complete scheduling documentation.
Establish patient identity and maintain confidentiality.
Fax reports to nursing floors and physicians’ offices as needed.
Collaborate with and assist staff in performing diagnostic procedures.
Promote communication and collaboration within the department.
Participate in effective and timely problem-solving.
Participate in preventative maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment and facilities.
Complete procedures within 24 hours of orders processed by nursing floors, and document and chart completion.
Ensure each procedure is read by the appropriate cardiologist and charged correctly.
Perform cardiology studies in a timely manner; obtain patient history before procedures and accurately document relevant information.
Follow department policy for each procedure.
Transport patients as needed.
Adjust shift times and work flexibly to meet departmental needs.