EKG Technician

Sutter Health•City of Yonkers, NY

3d•$37 - $43

About The Position

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! Organization: ABSMC-Alta Bates Summit Med Center Position Overview: Performs 12 lead EKGs on adults and neonates and processes appropriate paperwork to complete test. Applies and removes 24-hour Holters. Schedules all aspects of testing when appropriate. Performs transcription and billing as necessary. Responds to codes and performs SAECG. Job Description: These Principal Accountabilities, Requirements and Qualifications are not exhaustive, but are merely the most descriptive of the current job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks to be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, staff changes, workload, or technical development). EDUCATION Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma. HS Diploma or equivalent education/experience Associate's: College coursework in health sciences desirable. Other: Prefer demonstrated formal education program in EKG. CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE EKG-Technician BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AS TYPICALLY ACQUIRED IN: Previous EKG or monitor experience in CCU preferred. SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE Demonstrated knowledge of EKG procedures. Demonstrated knowledge of billing procedures. Demonstrated knowledge of typewriter/computer. Types at least 40 wpm on electric typewriter or computer keyboard. Knowledge of relevant clinical terminology. Work effectively and positively with other employees. Communicates effectively and clearly with patients and staff. Job Shift: Days Schedule: Full Time Shift Hours: 8 Days of the Week: Variable Weekend Requirements: Every other Weekend Benefits: Yes Unions: Yes Position Status: Non-Exempt Weekly Hours: 40 Employee Status: Regular Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans. Pay Range is $36.56 to $43.23 / hour The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package. Working at Sutter Health Sutter Health values and supports the unique talents and strengths that each employee brings to our organization. As a result, you are empowered to apply your passion for healing in innovative ways to care for patients and their families.

Requirements

HS Diploma or equivalent education/experience
EKG-Technician
BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
Demonstrated knowledge of EKG procedures.
Demonstrated knowledge of billing procedures.
Demonstrated knowledge of typewriter/computer.
Types at least 40 wpm on electric typewriter or computer keyboard.
Knowledge of relevant clinical terminology.
Work effectively and positively with other employees.
Communicates effectively and clearly with patients and staff.

Nice To Haves

Associate's: College coursework in health sciences desirable.
Other: Prefer demonstrated formal education program in EKG.
Previous EKG or monitor experience in CCU preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs 12 lead EKGs on adults and neonates and processes appropriate paperwork to complete test.
Applies and removes 24-hour Holters.
Schedules all aspects of testing when appropriate.
Performs transcription and billing as necessary.
Responds to codes and performs SAECG.