EKG Technician

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Department

Job Description

Summary: 5 days a week, evening shift 3p-11pm Position Responsibilities Checks patient chart prior to procedure to verify procedure ordered against patient requisition in accordance with written department protocol. Provides accurate identifying data (such as patient's name, room number, date, time and technician's ID) on each test as required. Performs studies in patient's room, in the department, and in other areas of the hospital, as needed. Demonstrates appropriate use of all types of equipment. Performs diagnostic procedures employing specific technical skills required to produce quality results. Assesses quality of tracing to minimize artifacts and other problems. Communicates with team leader/ Director/ manager on status of patients if significant change has occurred. Preps patient and place electrodes according to the American Heart Association standards or writes on the tracing position changes and reason. During stress testing, documents all major arrhythmias and ECG changes. Connects and removes Holter monitors according to standards. Checks recording during test in progress at least one time to ensure proper operation. Performs basic Holter scanning. Records examples of abnormalities including beginning and end of rhythm disturbances. Prints a minimum of 12 ECG strips. Places a properly labeled copy of ECG performed in patient's chart. Qualifications License/Registration/Certification Not applicable Education High School Diploma/Technical School preferred. Experience 1 year or graduate of technical school Benefits: We believe in the physical and mental well-being of our employees and are committed to offering comprehensive benefits that fit their personal needs: Health benefits Life insurance Long-term disability coverage Healthcare spending accounts Retirement plan Paid time off Pet Insurance Tuition reimbursement Employee assistance program Wellness program On-site housing for select positions and more! Degree Requirements: Certification: More than 4,000 people work at Mount Sinai Medical Center at more than a dozen locations throughout sunny South Florida, including our flagship, 672-bed hospital on Biscayne Bay at the gateway to Miami Beach. We’re the largest, independent, not-for-profit hospital in South Florida, and we’re the only hospital Healthgrades recognized for four years running as one of the top 5% in the nation. Clearly, clinical excellence is at our core.