EKG Tech II - Cardiology - Sharp Rees-Stealy - Days - Full Time
About The Position
The EKG Tech II performs technical cardiology services, including 12-lead electrocardiograms, rhythm strips, and code blue monitoring. The role assists with preparing, processing, and distributing noninvasive test results; entering data into the Cardiology Department computer system; and preparing and monitoring patients for cardiology stress testing. The position also performs and processes ECGs using the ECG management system, applies Holter monitors, produces signal-averaged ECGs, and edits and distributes ECGs after physician confirmation. The technician educates patients about diagnostic tests, identifies patient needs and concerns, maintains quality outcomes during testing, and promptly notifies physicians of arrhythmias or symptomatic patients according to emergency protocols. Additional duties include maintaining treadmill-room supplies, supporting supply ordering, and troubleshooting equipment.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least 1 year of ECG experience.
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professionals (AHA BLS Healthcare) certification.
- Knowledge of cardiac procedures.
- Effective verbal and written interpersonal skills.
- Computer skills, including IDX, Epic, and MUSE.
- Ability to type at least 30 words per minute with 0–2 errors and proof work.
- Ability to perform at least 20 tests per eight-hour shift.
- Accurate ECG lead placement and patient information entry, with minimum baseline artifact in ECG tests.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced ECG course certificate.
- Competence with the Bruce protocol and new MUSE system, stress echoes, and the Adenosine protocol.
- Advanced knowledge of significant arrhythmias.
Responsibilities
- Perform and process 12-lead electrocardiograms, rhythm strips, and code blue monitoring.
- Assist with the preparation, processing, and distribution of noninvasive test results.
- Enter patient and test data into the Cardiology Department computer system and ECG management system accurately.
- Assist in preparing and monitoring patients for cardiology stress testing.
- Apply Holter monitors and perform signal-averaged ECGs.
- Edit and distribute 12-lead electrocardiograms after physician confirmation.
- Provide patients with information about diagnostic tests and identify and address or relay their needs and concerns.
- Maintain quality patient outcomes throughout diagnostic testing and promptly notify physicians of arrhythmias or symptomatic patients in accordance with emergency protocols.
- Maintain adequate supplies in the treadmill room and assist with ordering supplies cost-effectively.
- Attend in-services or meetings related to the job.
- Perform additional technical procedures as necessary.
- Ensure proper Adenosine input in Epic for physician authorization and billing.
- Troubleshoot equipment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
