EKG Technician - Rotating Shifts

ChristianaCare•Newark, DE

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for assisting with diagnostic tests using electrocardiograms to capture patient heart rhythm and rate. This role involves performing EKG tracings for Christiana and Wilmington Hospitals, including ED triage, and managing EKG orders and records within the Powerchart system. The technician will also be responsible for maintaining EKG equipment, performing pacemaker device interrogations, and responding to urgent EKG requests according to department policy. A key aspect of the role is demonstrating knowledge of patient growth and development and providing appropriate care based on patient needs, while adhering to safety protocols and reporting any unsafe conditions.

Requirements

High School graduate or its equivalent
Basic CCU in-service and medical terminology
Yearly EKG competency and critical results review w/certificate of completion
BEAT class training upon hire/transfer certificate of completion
CPR w/AED certification (2years)

Nice To Haves

EKG experience preferred
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted
Knowledge of EKG machine program format
Knowledge of office equipment and machines
Ability to learn departmental policies and procedures
Ability to be efficient and accurate
Ability to enter and retrieve information on computer
Ability to organize and prioritize work assignments
Ability to exercise judgment, tact and diplomacy
Skill in oral and written communication
Ability to assist with basic EKG training for other departments
Ability to use/wear communication devices daily as required

Responsibilities

Perform EKG tracings for Christiana and Wilmington Hospitals and ED triage
Transfer EKG to Powerchart
Create order in Powerchart for outpatient EKG
Sign as performed by EKG in Powerchart
Cleans and stocks EKG machine for critical care units
Perform pacemaker device interrogations in the ED
Work the unmatched EKG list in Powerchart, create order as necessary
Respond to STAT, RTT and timed EKGs per department policy
Demonstrates skills and knowledge of growth and development, the ability to obtain and interpret information to identify patient needs, and to provide the care needed
Performs assigned work safely, adhering to established departmental safety rules and practices
Reports to supervisor, lead tech and manager in a timely manner, any unsafe activities, conditions, hazards, or safety violations that may cause injury to oneself, other employees, patients and visitors
Performs other related duties as required