EKG Technician | M-F 6a-2:30pm

Phelps Health

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Phelps Health is a 2000-employee-strong hospital and healthcare system serving the heart of small-town Missouri. No matter where you start with us, we’re committed to taking our team to the top. If you’re ready for the challenge of providing life-saving care or supporting those who do, read on to find your fit in the Phelps Health family. General Summary The Non-Invasive Cardiovascular Technician (EKG Technician) will perform diagnostic procedures that are assigned to him/her. These procedures may include but not limited to EKGs, Stress Tests, Holter Monitors, Event Monitors, and Holter and Event Monitor scanning. This position may be used to cover other areas within the Cardiology department or outside the department.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association is required.
• Requires frequent standing for long periods of time, walking, and lifting up to 35lbs. It also involves pushing, stooping, crouching, twisting, and reaching.
• Considerable mental concentration for long periods of time.
• Ability to work under stress is required.
• Constant exposure to infectious materials, hazardous conditions, and hostile people at times.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of an EKG certification program preferred.
• EKG experience is preferred.
• Certified EKG Technician (CET) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs properly a variety of tests to include; EKGs, Stress Tests, Holter Monitors, Event Monitors, and Holter and Event Monitor scanning as requested.
• Manages a fair workload, volunteers for additional work, prioritizes tasks, develops good work procedures, manages time well, handles information flow.
• Stocks and assists supervisor in the ordering of supplies.
• Verifies physician orders.
• Provides patient/family education regarding procedure in an comprehensive and informative way.
• Bills and processes procedures accurately and efficiently.
• Performs proper cleaning and sterilization techniques to appropriate equipment.
• Functions as team member, meets all team deadlines and responsibilities, listens to others and values opinions, and promotes a team atmosphere.
• Is attentive to detail and accuracy, helps with quality intiatives, finds root cause of quality problems, owns/acts on quality problems.

What This Job Offers

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