EKG Technician I - Nights

Duke Careers • Durham, NC

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Assist with the operation of electrocardiograph equipment to record the electromotive variations in heart muscle actions; assist in the coding, filing and distribution of EKG data. Perform as a member of the cardiac arrest team, obtaining ECG record of events; assist emergency situations by initiating and/or assisting in emergency procedures prescribed by hospital policies.

Requirements

• High School Graduate or GED.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Dealtactfully and courteously with the public
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Accept responsibility for accuracy and responsiveness
• Work under pressure
• Basic computer skills

Responsibilities

• Assist with the operation of electrocardiograph equipment to record the electromotive variations in heart muscle actions.
• Prepare patient for electrocardiogram by explaining testing procedures and fastening electrodes to specific areas of arms, legs, and chest.
• Assist in entering patient information into electrocardiograph including history number and patient's name.
• Remove electrodes, add billing charge to requisition slip; assist with review of electrocardiogram for technical acceptability and rate.
• Assist in mounting electrocardiograms for interpretation by physician; assist in coding and distributing EKG data; record and file information relating to tests performed.
• Assist with cleaning, adjusting and performing routine maintenance on equipment to ensure proper functioning.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

What This Job Offers

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