EKG Technician

Lifepoint Health • Wilson, NC

15h • Onsite

About The Position

Wilson Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health [https://lifepointhealth.net/locations], a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a EKG Technician joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Wilson Medical Center is committed to always providing excellent care to our community. Our 294-bed facility provides services to residents of Wilson County and surrounding communities. Our commitment to high-quality healthcare is strong. We bring new and innovative programs to those who matter the most - our community.

Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certifications: BLS certification required
• License: N/A
• Experience: Prefer completion of EKG course and six months to one year of Cardiac Stress Testing or relevant experience required.
• Skills and Abilities: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

• Prefer completion of EKG course and six months to one year of Cardiac Stress Testing or relevant experience required.

Responsibilities

• Performs cardiography procedures including EKGs, and cardiac stress testing.
• Provides application of, education of Holter and event monitor. Including processing the data collected upon return of monitor. Trouble shoots patient concerns.
• Provides emotional support, comfort, general assistance and information to patients.
• Maintains and operates equipment.
• Performs associated clerical and coordination activities including scheduling, charging, and sending/storing data.
• Documents tasks and results to the patient record.
• Assists MD with daily flow of clinic patients obtaining vital signs, height, weight, etc.
• Transports patients

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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