East Orange General Hospital
EKG/EEG Technician
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Job Description
- Req#: 3407
- EKG technician assists doctors in performing cardiovascular exams on patients, overseeing, administering, analyzing, and recording tests that require special EKG equipment.
- Oversees the use of EKG equipment.
- Explains the function and process of EKG exams to patients prior to the test.
- Ensures that all patients are calm and relaxed during the process.
- Attaches EKG electrodes to patients in order to monitor heart activity and removes them after tests are completed.
- Adjusts EKG machines to individual patients.
- Administers stress tests, which monitor patient heart activity as they run on a treadmill.
- Administers Holter tests, which monitor patient heart activity for 24 hours.
- Logs and reviews test data.
- Notes specific images and places on the test results for physicians to review closely.
- Assists cardiologists in preparing case for interpretation.
- Defers to supervising physician’s ultimate diagnosis and course of action.
- Removes and stores equipment when testing is completed.
- Ensures that all EKG equipment is working properly and communicate to appropriate personnel if equipment is not working
- Calls in a medical equipment repair specialist when machines malfunction.
- Requests new EKG testing equipment or supplies if needed.
- Communicate to Administrative director if cases are not read within 24 hours
Job Summary
EKG technicians monitor the readings, make sure the machine is attached properly and in working order, and records the results of the EKG tests.
Essential Functions
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Minimum Education/Certifications
High school diploma or equivalent. Specialized training in all aspects of electrocardiography and Electroencephalography from an accredited school or equivalent that has led to certification.Certification :
BLS certification by American Heart Association (AHA).
Must successfully complete hospital training program prior to start.
Must score 80% or higher on the EKG technician certification exam.
Minimum Work Experience
At least 6 months as an EKG or EEG technician with demonstrated competencies in EKG and EEGPosition Type/Expected Hours of Work: Must be willing to work holidays, weekends and provide additional coverage as needed
About the company
Dedicated to Serving Our Community For more than 100 years, East Orange General Hospital has served its community upholding its roots and mission to improve the health of those it serves by providing high-quality, efficient, safe and accessible healthc...
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