EKG Technician PRN

Banner Health•Glendale, AZ

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Good health care is key to a good life. At Banner Health, we understand that, and that’s why we work hard every day to make a difference in people’s lives. Do you like the idea of making a positive change in people’s lives – and your own? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. The EKG Technician will work in a large, fast paced facility and will have to prioritize tasks often. You will be working with adult and pediatric patients performing 12 lead EKGs, rhythm strips, and several types of stress tests. Teamwork, communication with coworkers, and time management are key. Banner Staffing Services (BSS) offers Registry/Per Diem opportunities within Banner Health. Registry/Per Diem positions are utilized as needed within our facilities. These positions are great way to start your career with Banner Health. As a BSS team member, you are eligible to apply (at any time) as an internal applicant to any regular opportunities within Banner Health. This position performs basic prescribed non-invasive cardiovascular procedures to patients. This position analyzes data during the recording, making certain that the information being obtained is valid and interpretable. This position ensures optimal care/treatment to patient population.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge.
Completion of courses in EKG and 12 Lead.
Certification for BLS required.
One year of experience in a relevant clinical environment.
Demonstrate effective communication skills, human relations skills, basic mathematical skills, analyze data and solve basic problems.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience/training in non-invasive cardiology procedures.
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs basic prescribed standard non-invasive cardiovascular procedures in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
Identifies and documents procedures as outlined by departmental policies and procedures to maximize patient outcome.
Ensures an accurate and readable recording using deductive reasoning to trouble shoot minor problems, make adjustments as needed during the procedure and prepares recordings for interpretation.
Collects and/or reviews pertinent medical, historical, and medication information in order to perform the appropriate study prescribed by the physician as outlined by departmental policies and procedures.
Assists with activities to improve department processes, facilitate testing and maintain quality to achieve optimal patient results.
May assist in scheduling of patients, charge entry and maintains equipment as outlined by department policies and procedures. Must complete courses in EKG and 12 Lead.
Independently performs prescribed non-invasive cardiovascular procedures to patients. Internal customers: All levels of nursing management and staff, medical staff, and all other members of the interdisciplinary health care team. External Customers: regulatory and health agencies, patients and family members.