EKG Tech
Summary
An EKG technician records heart electrical activity using an EKG machine, performs patient care, prepares reports, and maintains equipment and records at a healthcare facility.
Records changes in electrical activity produced by the contraction of the heart using an EKG machine.
Job Responsibility
1.Takes EKG tracings as ordered by physician.
2.Assists patient pre and post procedure.
3.Instructs patient how to relax and cooperate for the test.
4.Completes identifying data on request slip and prepares finished reports for distribution to the units.
5.Completes identifying data on record card.
6.Prepares completed reports for distribution.
7.Maintains record card file.
8.Prepares required copy of EKG Record.
9.Reports hazards or needed repairs promptly to Clinical Engineering.
10.Maintains neat, clean environment.
11.Complies with Infection Control Policies regarding EKG equipment.
12.Performs procedures associated with prevention of spread of communicable disease.
13.Responds to Code 1000 with EKG Machine.
14.Performs related duties, as required.
*ADA Essential Functions
Job Qualification
•High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
•EKG Certificate, required.
•Three (3) months of clinical experience, preferred.
*Additional Salary Detail
The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).