The EKG Tech performs electrocardiograms to measure the electrical activity of the heart to assist in the diagnosis of heart ailments. The EKG Tech edits and forwards final test results to attending physician for analysis and interpretation. Relies on established guidelines to accomplish tasks. Works under close supervision. Experience, Education, Training, Special Skills, and Licensure: Experience: 1-year prior experience in interpretation of EKG Education: High School or equivalent Training: S... more details
Short Description for Internal Candidates
The EKG Tech performs electrocardiograms to measure the electrical activity of the heart to assist in the diagnosis of heart ailments. The EKG Tech edits and forwards final test results to attending physician for analysis and interpretation. Relies on established guidelines to accomplish tasks. Works under close supervision.
Description for Internal Candidates
Job Title: EKG Technician 1
Job Summary:
The EKG Tech performs electrocardiograms to measure the electrical activity of the heart to assist in the diagnosis of heart ailments. The EKG Tech edits and forwards final test results to attending physician for analysis and interpretation. Relies on established guidelines to accomplish tasks. Works under close supervision.
Experience, Education, Training, Special Skills, and Licensure:
Experience: 1-year prior experience in interpretation of EKG
Education: High School or equivalent
Training: Successful completion of course in basic EKG interpretation
Special Skills: Knows and understands principles of cardiac anatomy and physiology; Knows and understands related indicators for cardiac stress testing and other Cardiology procedures. Communication, Customer Service, computer Skills. Knowledge of medical terminology. Able to use office equipment.
Licensure: BLS Certification
Job Function:
Technical Tasks: This will have been satisfactorily performed when;
Procedures are clearly explained to patients/families while maintaining patient privacy at all times as evidenced by lack of complaints.
Electrocardiograms are edited through EKG computer paying attention to detail and seeking help if needed at all times.
Test results and edited EKGs are accurately and routinely posted on patient chart immediately upon completion of editing and transcription.
Assistance is provided to physicians and nurses in stress lab in patient prep and computer operations as requested.
Equipment is cleaned and maintained according to prescribed guidelines on every shift.
Procedures are explained to the patient and informed consent secured as indicated/necessary at all times.
Set up and prep halter monitor patients.
The employee functions independently in the following positions: A) ECG performance; B) Dictation, editing, filing and charting of Cardiology reports and EKGs.
Quality: This will have been satisfactorily performed when;
All duties scheduled during the workday are completed without interference to the quality of work.
Continually strives to make use of time during the day through careful coordination of daily tasks at all times.
Any problems that interfere with the normal workflow are immediately to the Supervisor and/or team leader.
Assistance is provided to department employees as needed; assumes additional responsibilities while other employees are on vacation or not scheduled to work.
Other Duties As Assigned: This will have been satisfactorily performed when;
Other duties as assigned or requested are completed.
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