EKG TECHNICIAN

Carilion Clinic•Roanoke, VA

1d•$17 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The EKG Technician performs electrocardiograms, places cardiac monitoring devices, processes diagnostic testing information, and supports patient care activities within the EKG Lab. Assists with patient and staff education while supporting efficient cardiac diagnostic testing and quality patient care. The EKG Technician Performs diagnostic 12-lead electrocardiograms accurately and efficiently. Places event monitors and Holter monitors according to department procedures. Processes EKGs through MUSE systems and transmits studies to cardiologists for interpretation. Processes patient charges and maintains appropriate documentation. Provides education and instruction to patients regarding event and Holter monitor placement and usage. Serves as a resource and assists with training staff on performance of EKG procedures. Assists with monitoring and recording EKGs during treadmill and pharmacologic stress testing. Participates in Carilion Clinic performance improvement activities. Maintains patient confidentiality and complies with organizational policies and procedures. Applies knowledge of growth and development principles to provide age-appropriate patient care. Observes, documents, and communicates patient information relevant to patient condition and testing procedures.

Requirements

High School Degree or GED.
Must successfully complete a Cardiac Arrhythmia course within 8 weeks of hire.
None required.
AHA BLS-HCP required.
Effective interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills required.

Responsibilities

Performs diagnostic 12-lead electrocardiograms accurately and efficiently.
Places event monitors and Holter monitors according to department procedures.
Processes EKGs through MUSE systems and transmits studies to cardiologists for interpretation.
Processes patient charges and maintains appropriate documentation.
Provides education and instruction to patients regarding event and Holter monitor placement and usage.
Serves as a resource and assists with training staff on performance of EKG procedures.
Assists with monitoring and recording EKGs during treadmill and pharmacologic stress testing.
Participates in Carilion Clinic performance improvement activities.
Maintains patient confidentiality and complies with organizational policies and procedures.
Applies knowledge of growth and development principles to provide age-appropriate patient care.
Observes, documents, and communicates patient information relevant to patient condition and testing procedures.