EKG Technician - Radiology - Clermont Hospital

Bon Secours Mercy Health • Batavia, OH

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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 cardiologist interpretation in accordance with department policies and procedures. The role also includes related duties as assigned.

The technician verifies patient identity, prepares patients and applies electrodes using proper lead-placement standards, and performs, transmits, and processes EKGs. The role includes applying and disconnecting Holter monitors, explaining symptom and event diary records to patients, applying Event Monitors, receiving post-event transmissions, and instructing patients on event-recording transmissions. The technician maintains equipment, reports malfunctions and supply needs, and participates in cross-training and orienting new employees. Care is provided to patients across the lifespan, from neonates through geriatrics.

Requirements

• BLS Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association.
• High school graduate or GED.
• Use and comprehend basic computer applications.
• Diagnose common EKG equipment problems.
• Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the ages of patients served, from neonates through geriatrics.
• Exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn infection-control policies.

Nice To Haves

• One year of EKG experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform 12- and 18-lead ECGs and rhythm strips with minimal artifact and high-quality tracings.
• Document and process EKGs for cardiologist interpretation in accordance with department policies and procedures.
• Verify the patient’s name armband against the order requisition.
• Apply electrodes to the chest and extremities, use alternate sites when appropriate, and follow proper lead-placement and intercostal-space counting standards.
• Prepare the patient’s chest area by shaving, cleaning, or abrading as needed to obtain high-quality tracings.
• Perform, transmit, and process EKGs.
• Apply and disconnect Holter monitors and explain to patients how to maintain a symptom and event diary.
• Apply Event Monitors, receive post-event transmissions, and instruct patients on performing event-recording transmissions.
• Maintain equipment in clean, proper working condition and notify the supervisor, Bio-Medical department, or designated personnel of malfunctions.
• Notify the manager of needed supplies.
• Participate in cross-training and orienting new employees.
• Perform other job-related duties as required by the supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, and referral bonuses.
• 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.
• Backup care for children and elders.
• Tuition assistance.
• Professional development and continuing education support.

What This Job Offers

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