Electrocardiogram Technician

Primary Purpose

Performs routine and emergency EKG's per doctor's request to provide a diagnostic tool for diagnosis and treatment.

Education/Experience

• Must have completed a Medical Assistant course that includes EKG OR must have six months of experience performing cardio graphic procedures.
• Prefer six months in a large acute care healthcare setting.

Equivalent Education and/or Experience

• May have an equivalent combination of education and/or experience in lieu of specific education and/or experience as stated above.

Skills or Special Abilities

• Must be able to identify the proper placement of electrodes for a 12-Lead EKG.
• Must be able to perform 12-Lead EKG.
• Must be able to utilize the MUSE (EKG Management System) for edit of EKGs prior to physician interpretation.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with patients, visitors and hospital staff.
• Must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of computer workstation operations and the ability to use work processing and spreadsheet software in a Windows environment.
• Must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of equipment in order to monitor its general working condition.
• Utilizes creativity and innovation in attaining desired outcomes.
• Uses a holistic approach and persists when solving problems.
• Works in a highly organized manner, capturing and attending to details as well as the bigger picture.
• Acts with a sense of urgency.
• Synthesizes information and shares with a larger group.
• Works effectively in a dynamic, fast paced environment.