EKG Technician

UPMC • Steubenville, OH

2h

About The Position

As an employee of Trinity Health System, the EKG Technician supports the hospital’s mission and role and its Strategic Plan in the areas of People, Service, Quality, Finance, and Growth in a team-based environment. The employee performs duties in compliance with laws and regulations and accrediting agency standards.

The position performs noninvasive diagnostic cardiac examinations, including electrocardiograms, Holter monitor hookups, and stress-test preparation. It also includes collecting and recording noninvasive vital signs, basic 12-lead EKG identification and interpretation, and clerical work. The technician must be able to learn and use Meditech, work in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment, and communicate effectively.

Requirements

• High school graduate.
• BLS provider certification, or obtain it within three months of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Ability to perform basic 12-lead EKG identification and interpretation appropriate to training and experience.
• Clerical skills and ability to learn and use Meditech.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment.
• Enhanced communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Graduate of a two-year medical assistant program.
• At least one year of experience in EKG testing and office practice if not a graduate of an approved two-year medical assistant program.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic cardiology procedures in accordance with established guidelines and protocols.
• Collect basic patient data, including recording noninvasive vital signs.
• Perform 12-lead EKG interpretation appropriate to the level of training and experience.
• Perform clerical functions supporting Heart Center operations.
• Perform electrocardiograms, Holter monitor hookups, and stress-test preparation.
• Perform job duties in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and accrediting agency standards.

What This Job Offers

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