Job Description
The Cardiology EKG Technician I performs various non\-invasive cardiac procedures, including stress testing, Holter monitor hook\-up, ECG’s, and pacemaker, event monitoring and remote monitoring for adults. These procedures are performed following established department and Medical Center policy and procedures.
### **Core Competencies**
Demonstrates competency in interpersonal relationships with the age specific categories.
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Provides healthcare services in own job category to the age specific categories.
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Demonstrates knowledge of clinical norms for the age specific categories.
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Performs all clinical procedures for adult and pediatric patients per Departmental policy.
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Recognizes basic cardiac rhythms including EKG changes of acute MI, V TACH, V Fib or heart block and provides intervention as indicated.
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Initiates Code Blue and emergency measures when indicated according to BCLS and hospital policy.
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Responds as part of the “Code Blue” team.
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Prepares testing area for procedure, including necessary forms, charts, equipment and
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Prepares patient for electrocardiogram and stress testing utilizing proper lead placement and skin preparation.
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Assists physician during exercise testing.
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Performs Holter monitor hookups and removal.
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Operates transtelephonic ECG monitoring equipment for pacemaker clinic and/or arrhythmia analysis.
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Performs ECG’s/SAECG’s on adult patients.
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Edits and distributes ECG’s.
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Prepares test results for interpretation and dictation; completes work process before end of shift.
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Orders supplies and maintains appropriate stock levels.
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Maintains clean and safe work/patient environment.
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Initiates equipment maintenance and repair as needed.
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Assists with orientation and training of new employees/volunteers.
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Utilizes appropriate and effective communication and problem solving skills in all interpersonal interactions.
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* Participates in staff meetings and in\-service training.
### **Department Specific Competencies**
### **Education**
**Degree** **Program**
**Additional Information**### **Experience**
**Number of Years Experience** **Type of Experience**
N/A
**Additional Information**
Six months experience as an ECG technician or accredited program and/or related classes.### **License / Certification Requirements**
PALS and ACLS certifications within 3 months of hire from the American Heart Association **Compensation Range:**
$25\.00 \- 32\.21 / Hour
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