EKG Tech - Unit Secretary - Clermont Hospital - PRN
About The Position
The EKG Tech - Unit Secretary performs 12- and 18-lead ECGs and rhythm strips with minimal artifact and high quality, and documents and processes them for cardiologist interpretation in accordance with department policies and procedures. The role also performs related duties incidental to the work described. The position performs Holter and Event Monitor procedures, including monitor application and disconnection, receiving post-event transmissions, and instructing patients on recording symptoms and transmitting event recordings. The associate maintains equipment, reports malfunctions and supply needs, and participates in cross-training and orientation of new employees. This is a PRN position at Clermont Hospital, with a days/afternoons work shift.
Requirements
- BLS Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association is required.
- High school graduate or GED is required.
- Use and comprehend basic computer applications and diagnose common EKG equipment problems.
Nice To Haves
- One year of EKG experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Verify the patient’s name armband against the order requisition to ensure the test is performed on the correct patient.
- Apply electrodes to chest and extremity areas using appropriate lead-placement standards, including alternate sites when appropriate and proper counting of intercostal spaces.
- Prepare the patient’s chest area by shaving, cleaning, or abrading as needed to obtain high-quality tracings.
- Perform, transmit, and process EKGs.
- Perform Holter Monitoring procedures, including applying and disconnecting monitors and explaining how patients should record symptoms and events in their diaries.
- Perform Event Monitor procedures, including applying monitors, receiving post-event transmissions, and instructing patients how to make event-recording transmissions.
- Maintain equipment in clean and proper working condition and notify the supervisor, Bio-Medical department, or designated personnel of malfunctioning equipment.
- Notify the manager of needed supplies.
- Participate in cross-training and orienting new employees to the department.
- Perform other job-related duties as required by the supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Benefits
- Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and a 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
- Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, and backup care for children and elders.
- Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
