We are seeking an Electrocardiogram Technician (EKG Tech), sometimes referred to as a EKG Technician or ECG Technician. The EKG Tech helps the hospital care team by performing EKG tests, capturing accurate heart rhythm readings, and making sure results are available quickly for clinical review.
Shifts Available: Days
Employment Type: Full-time
Hours: 12-hour shift – 6:00am to 6:00pm
Location: St Joseph Medical Center – Kansas City, MO
Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance options
- Paid vacation, sick time and holidays
- Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options
- Employer 401K options
- Tuition reimbursement options
- Life, disability, and other insurance options
- Many other amazing benefits
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):
- Perform EKG/ECG tests on patients throughout the hospital
- Place leads/electrodes correctly on the patient’s chest, arms, and legs
- Explain the test to patients and help them feel comfortable
- Operate EKG equipment and make sure the tracing is clear and accurate
- Send or upload results so nurses, physicians, or cardiology staff can review them
- Assist with cardiac testing such as stress tests, Holter monitors, or rhythm monitoring, depending on the facility
Education and Work Experience
- Required:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.
- Successful EKG course certificate of completion preferred.
- Experience in assisting physician with Stress Testing preferred.
- Previous office experience preferred ? 1year preferred.
- Basic Computer skills.
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Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf