EKG Tech

LCMC Health • Metairie, LA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The EKG Technician is responsible for performing all 12 lead electrocardiograms and/or rhythm strip on patients across the hospital. Responsible for obtaining two high quality traces on each patient for better clarity. Recognizes and reports changes from previous EKG tracings as well as any life-threatening arrhythmias. Performs clerical functions necessary for maintenance of the EKG record according to the established policies of the department and LCMC Health.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED or EKG program completion certificate OR 2 years of work experience.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support Health Care Provider

Responsibilities

• Performs routine EKGs according to department protocols.
• Responds to Code Blue through the hospital for emergent EKGs.
• Prepares EKGs for interpretation and further use by the provider.
• Ensures that all patient charges are entered and track in the available radiology system.
• Ensures each patient chart is properly created and results are mailed/delivered appropriately.
• Maintains patient's medical record files in a timely and efficient manner.
• Inspects, maintains equipment, and reports all malfunctions.
• Ensures that the equipment is cleaned and sterilized between patients.
• Ensures that supplies are ordered in a timely fashion to maintain appropriate inventory levels.

What This Job Offers

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