EKG Technician

Intermountain Health • Butte-Silver Bow, MT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs EKG, EEG, Stress Tests, Holter application, and Holter scanning procedures in accordance with established policies, procedures, and standards set by Cardiopulmonary Services. As an EKG Tech at Intermountain Health, you will play a vital role in supporting our clinical team, ensuring our patients receive the best care. At Intermountain, you will be part of a team that values career advancement, innovation and collaboration, where your skills are valued, and your contributions make a lasting impact.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or three to six months related experience and/or training; or combination of education and experience.
• BLS required upon hire

Nice To Haves

• CCT

Responsibilities

• Performs EKG, Signal Average, EEG, Stress and Holter application as ordered by physicians according to established procedures.
• Reports all ventricular arrhythmias, 2nd and 3rd degree blocks, ST depression or elevation changes to the RN, physician or immediate supervisor.
• Deals with dysrhythmia changes and complications to stress testing in a calm and logical manner.
• Identifies and saves abnormal wave patterns for physician interpretation.
• Scans Holter Monitor tapes, according to procedure, in a timely fashion.
• Performs transmitted EKG (event monitoring) according to procedure.
• Notifies physicians of gross abnormalities and documents that the physician has been notified.
• Edits EKG's after physician reads EKG.
• Makes out monthly schedule for EKG interpretation by physicians.
• Maintains and troubleshoots equipment.
• Event Monitor - patient's application, instruction and transmitting of strips.
• May be required to float to other departments (within scope of competency and qualifications) based on business need.
• May be required to be paced on call during a regularly scheduled shift.
• Be available to work as scheduled and report to work on time.
• Be available to work overtime, if needed.
• Be willing to accept supervision and work well with others.
• Be respectful of all with whom you interact and follow the SCL Health Service Behaviors.
• Be well groomed and dressed appropriately for your role.
• Be in compliance with the drug and alcohol policies.
• Be sufficiently rested to perform your duties throughout the period assigned.
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn.
• Be able to communicate clearly, think clearly and concentrate on assigned tasks.
• Follows all applicable hospital policies and procedures.
• Follows policies and procedures for infection control and facility safety in accordance with regulatory guidelines.
• Follows “Patients’ Rights Policy” at all times.
• Demonstrates knowledge of information management as appropriate.

Benefits

• Generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.
• PEAK program supports caregivers in the pursuit of their education goals and career aspirations by providing up-front tuition coverage paid directly to the academic institution.
• The program offers 100+ learning options to choose from, including undergraduate studies, high school diplomas, and professional skills and certificates.
• Caregivers are eligible to participate in PEAK on day 1 of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees