EKG Technician

Typical pay range: $17.08 - $22.98 depending on experience. ST. CHARLES HEALTH SYSTEM JOB DESCRIPTION TITLE: EKG Technician REPORTS TO POSITION: Supervisor, Cardiovascular Services DEPARTMENT: Cardiovascular Services DATE LAST REVIEWED: September 12, 2017 OUR VISION: Creating America's healthiest community, together OUR MISSION: In the spirit of love and compassion, better health, better care, better value OUR VALUES: Accountability, Caring and Teamwork DEPARTMENTAL SUMMARY: The EKG Department provides electrocardiogram (EKG or ECG) services for patients within the health system. An EKG may help find the cause of unexplained chest pain or other symptoms of heart disease which assist providers with patient assessments. POSITION OVERVIEW: The EKG Technician provides centralized EKG services for patients in accordance with established policies and procedures. Responds to support staff to perform EKG procedures and related tasks including EKG network oversight, timely follow through of EKG performance, interpretation and reporting back to appropriate caregivers, providers, and facilities. This position does not directly supervise any other caregivers. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES: Performs and produces accurate and interpretable EKG per the organization's policies, procedures and established guidelines. Maintains St. Charles Health System's EKG database network and provides clinical oversight and troubleshooting for the system and the region. Conducts timely office procedures (charges, charge audits, editing, filing, data collection, ordering, other) as required by St. Charles Health System. When working in the outpatient setting: Schedules and performs outpatient EKGs, device checks, and ambulatory monitoring appointments (when working in outpatient setting). Assists with device database entries and oversight. Supports the vision, mission and values of the organization in all respects. Supports Value Improvement Practice (VIP- Lean) principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change. Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients and guests. Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures, supporting the organization's corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all organizational investigations and proceedings. Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient and accurate. May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned. EDUCATION Required: High school diploma or GED. Preferred: Additional training or education in related coursework. LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION Required: AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider certification. 12 Lead EKG course completion within 90 days of hire. Preferred: N/A EXPERIENCE Required: N/A Preferred: Patient care experience. ED Tech, EMT, CNA or similar experience. EKG training and work experience. Experience with data base and/or EKG network systems. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to perform the job safely. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Continually (75% or more): Standing and walking, keyboard operation, use of clear and audible speaking voice and the ability to hear normal speech level. Frequently (50%): Sitting, lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 1-25 pounds. Occasionally (25%): Bending, stooping/kneeling/crouching, reaching overhead, grasping/squeezing, ability to hear whispered speech level. Rarely (10%): Climbing stairs. Never (0%): Climbing ladder/step-stool, lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 25-50 pounds, operation of a motor vehicle. Exposure to Elemental Factors Rarely (10%): Wet/slippery area, chemical solution. Never (0%): Heat, cold, noise, dust, vibration, uneven surface. Blood-Borne Pathogen (BBP) Exposure Category Risk for Exposure to BBP . Schedule Weekly Hours: 30 Caregiver Type: Regular Shift: Variable (United States of America) Is Exempt Position? No Job Family: TECHNICIAN CLINICAL Scheduled Days of the Week: As Scheduled (may include weekends and holidays) Shift Start & End Time: variable