EKG Tech

Intermountain Health

2d • $17 - $17 • Onsite

About The Position

To perform and respond to non-invasive cardiac EKG diagnostic tests on patients (inpatient and outpatient). To provide quality handling of test data, and to assist physicians in accurate testing. The incumbent will work with allied medical professionals, networked Intermountain Healthcare facilities, and physicians to provide quality EKGs. Join Our Team as an EKG Technician! We are seeking a compassionate and enthusiastic EKG Tech to join our healthcare team. If you're passionate about providing exceptional care and want to work in an environment that values growth, we’d love to hear from you! Discover why Intermountain Health is a great place to work (youtube.com) Posting Specifics Entry Rate: $17.14 Benefits Eligible: Yes, check them out here Shift Details: Full-time, 40 hours per week

Requirements

• Must have and maintain current BLS certification for healthcare providers.
• Must take and pass the Intermountain Healthcare EKG course and pass off associated skills within four months of hire (or take the first class offered after hire date)

Nice To Haves

• Prior patient care or customer service experience.
• Prior EKG technical or interpretation experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform exams per department protocol and demonstrate EKG competency.
• Complete studies within accepted time limits without compromising patient care or the quality of the exam.
• Complete orders and charge entry timely and accurately.
• Maintain a working knowledge of how to proficiently use the department’s equipment; Perform routine maintenance including cleaning and report any variance from normal that may impact function.
• Respond immediately to calls as appropriate by facility.
• Notify physician if critical values are identified during the test, as per Critical Value Policy.
• Ensure proper patient identification by using two patient identifiers and review patient chart to confirm correct procedure order, prior to performing.
• Provide patient education as needed and ensure patient comfort.
• Incumbent is responsible for being able to administer every test within the EKG Lab (including Holter, ambulatory telemetry/event monitors, blood pressure monitor, stress testing, and EKGs).
• Must provide technical assistance and monitoring of all exercise treadmill studies as appropriate by facility.
• Maintain records and logs required by the department, the Joint Commission, and other accrediting entities.

Benefits

• We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.
• Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here.
• Intermountain Health’s PEAK program supports caregivers in the pursuit of their education goals and career aspirations by providing up-front tuition coverage paid directly to the academic institution. The program offers 100+ learning options to choose from, including undergraduate studies, high school diplomas, and professional skills and certificates. Caregivers are eligible to participate in PEAK on day 1 of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed