EKG Technician

Job Description: To perform and respond to non-invasive cardiac EKG diagnostic tests on patients (inpatient and outpatient). To provide quality handling of test data, and to assist physicians in accurate testing. The incumbent will work with allied medical professionals, networked Intermountain Healthcare facilities, and physicians to provide quality EKGs. Join Our Team as an EKG Technician! We are seeking a dedicated and skilled EKG Tech to join our healthcare team. If you're passionate about providing exceptional care and want to work in an environment that values growth, we’d love to hear from you! Be part of the best of the best with opportunities for growth within the role to increase earning potential! Discover why Intermountain Health is a great place to work (youtube.com) Posting Specifics Benefits Eligible: Yes Shift Details: Part time 24 hours Essential Functions Perform exams per department protocol and demonstrate EKG competency. Complete studies within accepted time limits without compromising patient care or the quality of the exam. Complete orders and charge entry timely and accurately. Maintain a working knowledge of how to proficiently use the department’s equipment; Perform routine maintenance including cleaning and report any variance from normal that may impact function. Respond immediately to calls as appropriate by facility. Notify physician if critical values are identified during the test, as per Critical Value Policy. Ensure proper patient identification by using two patient identifiers and review patient chart to confirm correct procedure order, prior to performing. Provide patient education as needed and ensure patient comfort. Incumbent is responsible for being able to administer every test within the EKG Lab (including Holter, ambulatory telemetry/event monitors, blood pressure monitor, stress testing, and EKGs).  Must provide technical assistance and monitoring of all exercise treadmill studies as appropriate by facility. Maintain records and logs required by the department, the Joint Commission, and other accrediting entities. Skills Cardiovascular System Proficiency Medical Terminology EKG Competency Digital Literacy Communication Collaboration Adaptability Attention to Detail Critical Thinking Time Management Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Must have and maintain current BLS certification for healthcare providers. Must take and pass the Intermountain Healthcare EKG course and pass off associated skills within four months of hire (or take the first class offered after hire date) Preferred Qualifications Prior patient care or customer service experience. Prior EKG technical or interpretation experience. Physical Requirements Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies. Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations. Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc. Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items. Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.) May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of ... (truncated, view full listing at source)