Holter Monitoring Technician

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Responsible for performing diagnostic tests to monitor the electrical activity of a patient's heart. This role involves preparing patients for ECG tests, attaching electrodes, operating ECG equipment, monitoring heart activity, recording and analyzing test results for physicians, identifying and correcting issues during tests, cleaning and maintaining ECG equipment, and maintaining accurate patient records.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent required
Completion of an ECG technician training program or equivalent work experience.
Knowledge of anatomy and physiology of the heart and cardiovascular system.
Knowledge of ECG equipment and procedures.
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with patients, physicians, and other healthcare professionals.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Knowledge of medical terminology and computer systems used for medical record keeping.
Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations.

Nice To Haves

1-2 years preferred

Responsibilities

Prepare patients for the ECG test by explaining the procedure and answering any questions they may have.
Attach electrodes to the patient's chest and limbs to monitor their heart activity during the test.
Operate ECG equipment and monitoring the patient's heart activity during the test.
Record and analyze the results of the test for the physician or cardiologist.
Identify and correct any issues that may arise during the ECG test.
Clean and maintain ECG equipment and ensuring that it is in proper working condition.
Maintain accurate and detailed records of each patient's ECG test results.