EKG Technician - Radiology - Clermont Hospital

Mercy Health • Batavia, OH

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The EKG Technician performs 12- and 18-lead ECGs and rhythm strips with minimal artifact and high-quality tracings. The technician documents and processes results for interpretation by a cardiologist in accordance with department policies and procedures. The role also includes performing related duties incidental to the work described.

The technician verifies patient identity, applies electrodes with proper lead placement, prepares the patient's chest when needed, and performs, transmits, and processes EKGs. The role also performs Holter and Event Monitor procedures, including applying and disconnecting monitors and instructing patients on recording symptoms or transmitting events. The technician maintains equipment, reports malfunctions and supply needs, and participates in cross-training and orienting new employees. The position requires use of universal precautions and personal protective equipment, as well as learning infection-control policies.

Requirements

• High school graduate or GED.
• BLS Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association.
• Use and comprehend basic computer applications and diagnose common EKG equipment problems.

Nice To Haves

• One year of EKG experience.

Responsibilities

• Verify the patient's name armband against the order requisition to ensure the correct patient receives the test.
• Apply electrodes to chest and extremity areas according to proper lead-placement standards, including use of alternate sites when appropriate and counting intercostal spaces.
• Prepare the patient's chest by shaving, cleaning, or abrading as needed to obtain high-quality tracings.
• Perform, transmit, and process EKGs.
• Perform Holter Monitoring procedures, including monitor application and disconnection, and explain how patients should maintain a diary of symptoms and events.
• Perform Event Monitor procedures, including monitor application and receipt of post-event transmissions, and instruct patients in event-recording transmissions.
• Maintain equipment in clean and proper working condition and notify the supervisor, Bio-Medical department, or designated personnel about malfunctioning equipment.
• Notify the manager of needed supplies.
• Participate in cross-training and orienting new employees to the department.
• Exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn infection-control policies.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and a 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, and backup care for children and elders.
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED