Electrocardiograph Technician - Nights

Denver Health and Hospital Authority • Denver, CO

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Electrocardiograph Technician performs electrocardiographs (EKGs) and other related examinations as ordered, under minimal supervision. The technician prepares and secures electrodes, explains procedures to patients, and evaluates patients’ overall condition throughout testing. The role submits EKG, related-test, and arrhythmia-monitor results to physicians for interpretation; types and files interpretations; enters reports into the computer; and maintains patient logs. It also involves participating in the arrhythmia detector monitoring program, preparing monitor information for physician evaluation, and sending patient monitor usage records to the central office for billing. The technician sets up and ensures proper functioning of testing and monitoring equipment and follows departmental policies and procedures, quality-improvement practices, and safety, environmental, and infection-control standards.

The schedule is three 12-hour night shifts, Monday through Wednesday, with a regular 0.9 FTE work type. Essential duties are performing EKGs (80%), reconciling and processing EKGs for physicians (10%), coordinating appointments and orders with patients, physicians, and other employees (5%), and enrolling patients in the Event/Monitor program and providing discharge teaching (5%).

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Current BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Fluency in English, written and spoken.
• Skills in verbal communication, interpersonal relations, critical thinking, attention to detail, active listening, multitasking, prioritization, documentation, dependability, and professionalism.
• Ability to operate a computer and ECG equipment.
• Ability to move moderately heavy equipment and assist in repositioning patients.
• Ability to walk between rooms in a fast-paced environment, observe details at close range, ascend and descend hospital stairs, and maintain a stationary position or kneel or squat when necessary.

Nice To Haves

• Spanish verbal fluency is encouraged.
• Proficiency with EKG technology and rhythm interpretation is strongly recommended.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrocardiographs (EKGs) and other related examinations as ordered.
• Prepare and secure electrodes to ensure interpretable results.
• Explain testing methods and procedures to patients and evaluate their overall condition throughout testing.
• Submit EKG, related-test, and arrhythmia-monitor results to physicians for interpretation.
• Type and file interpretations, enter reports into the computer, and maintain patient logs.
• Participate in the arrhythmia detector monitoring program and prepare monitor information for physician evaluation.
• Send records of patient monitor usage to the central office for billing processing.
• Set up testing and monitoring equipment and ensure it functions properly.
• Reconcile and process EKGs for physicians.
• Coordinate appointments and orders with patients, physicians, and other employees.
• Enroll patients in the Event/Monitor program and provide discharge teaching.
• Maintain departmental policies and procedures and quality-improvement, safety, environmental, and infection-control standards.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

Benefits

• Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, including vacation, personal/sick time, and seven holidays.
• 100% paid parental leave for up to six weeks.
• Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contributions up to 9.5%.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Employer-paid disability and life insurance.
• Well-being programs, including an on-site employee fitness center and the RESTORE Center.
• Free RTD EcoPass for public transportation.
• Childcare discount programs and discounts and perks on brands, travel, and more.
• Tuition reimbursement and assistance.
• Education, coaching, and professional development through the Workforce Development Center.
• Career advancement pathways and a professional clinical advancement program.
• Shared governance.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility, free student loan coaching, and assistance navigating the PSLF program.

What This Job Offers

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