EKG Tech

Good Shepherd Health Care•Hermiston, OR

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The EKG Technician performs electrocardiographic procedures for patients across inpatient, outpatient, surgical, emergency, and other care settings. The role includes performing routine and stat 12-lead EKGs, placing and removing Holter monitors, responding to emergency codes, and supporting cardiology diagnostic functions through documentation, data processing, scheduling, and equipment maintenance. The technician works with cardiologists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to support quality patient care. The position is scheduled for a day shift, Monday through Friday, on a 4/10 schedule, totaling 40 hours. The listed compensation range is $19.30 to $29.55 per hour. The employer pays for medical, dental, and vision benefits.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
BLS certification.
At least 1 year of experience in a hospital or clinical setting.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
Ability to detect and respond to sounds, including patient alarms and verbal communication.
Visual acuity to observe patients, read documentation and monitors, and distinguish colors for clinical purposes.
Tactile perception for assessing physical characteristics during patient care.
Motor coordination for reaching, grasping, handling, and performing fine motor tasks with medical equipment.
Ability to occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Ability to walk and stand continuously throughout the shift and to sit for long periods.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds independently; frequently push, pull, carry, or reposition objects or patients weighing up to 25 pounds; and occasionally lift or transfer individuals weighing over 100 pounds using appropriate techniques, mechanical aids, or team assistance.
Ability to work in an indoor healthcare environment with exposure to infectious and contagious diseases, hazardous materials, medical equipment, variable indoor temperatures, noise, and high-pressure or emergency situations.

Nice To Haves

Certified EKG Technician (CET) through NHA or equivalent.
Knowledge of cardiac anatomy and basic arrhythmia recognition.
Familiarity with Holter monitors, Zio monitors, and EKG interpretation systems.

Responsibilities

Perform routine and stat 12-lead EKGs in inpatient, outpatient, emergency, day surgery, and operating room settings.
Prepare patients for procedures by explaining tests, answering questions, and placing electrodes.
Monitor equipment function and ensure accurate data capture.
Maintain accurate patient records and document procedures in the electronic medical record (EMR).
Recognize and promptly report abnormal or critical findings to appropriate clinical personnel.
Transport EKG machines and supplies to patient rooms and departments as needed.
Place and remove Holter monitors for inpatients and outpatients.
Respond to emergency situations, including Code Blue, Rapid Response, Code Stroke, and trauma activations.
Register Zio monitors, export results, and fax reports to appropriate providers or departments.
Monitor Cardioserver/Link for incoming EKGs and ensure data is transmitted and archived correctly.
Enter and scan physician orders into the EMR accurately and promptly.
Work with Patient Financial Services to verify insurance coverage and authorization for Holter monitor placement.
Schedule Holter monitor appointments and coordinate follow-up instructions with patients.
Answer incoming phone calls professionally and assist callers or redirect them as appropriate.
Clean, maintain, and troubleshoot EKG equipment according to infection-control and departmental protocols.
Restock supplies in EKG machines and work areas to ensure daily readiness.
Collaborate with cardiologists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to support quality patient care.
Check the EMR workqueue daily for new or pending orders and ensure timely completion.
Monitor the fax queue, print new faxes, and direct documentation to appropriate personnel or patient charts.
Maintain accurate patient records, documentation, and reports in Cardio-Server or the EMR.
Perform equipment quality-control checks and promptly report malfunctions.
Comply with infection-control, HIPAA, and patient-safety standards.
Support the hospital's mission, vision, values, policies, and procedures.
Participate in required education for applicable DNV programs.
Perform other related duties as assigned.