EKG Tech

The EKG Technician manages a variety of equipment.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Cleans and disinfects nondisposable Respiratory equipment as well as stocking equipment in all units.
• Performs oxygen rounds by monitoring tanks in alcoves and soiled rooms. Documents inventory and orders oxygen tanks weekly.
• Conducts documents and charges for all EKGs reporting any critical abnormalities to the assigned Respiratory Therapist.
• Keeps track of the following supplies: ABG machine supplies EKG supplies intubation supplies sharp dispenser and paper for printer.
• Files all interpreted EKGs Metabolic Studies Overnight Trending Reports and Spirometry Reports in folder for HIM.
• Tracks equipment for annual PM with Biomedical.
• Practices proper safety techniques in accordance with Center and departmental policies and procedures. Responsible for the reporting of employee/patient/visitor injuries or accidents or other safety issues to the supervisor and in the occurrence notification system.
• Monitors and ensures compliance with all regulatory requirements organizational standards and policies and procedures related to area of responsibility. Identifies potential risk areas within area of responsibility and supports problem resolution process.

REQUIRED MINIMUM EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• REQUIRED MINIMUM CERTIFICATION:

• No professional certifications required.

REQUIRED MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:

• N/A

REQUIRED MINIMUM SKILLS:

• Knowledge of Respiratory equipment/supplies

• Good communication

• Dependable

• Time management/organizational

• Must have demonstrable knowledge of medical equipment and supplies

• Completes orientation and initial assessment of competency successfully by determined due date.

• Completes mandatory education and annual competency assessment requirements by determined due date.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• EKG Certificationis preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Uses body tools or special devices to safely effectively and efficiently to move guide or place patients. Involves some latitude for judgement with regard to precision attained and the selection of what adaptive device(s) to utilize.

• Ability to transfer and position patients consistent with lifting up to 50 lbs.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Some potential for exposure to blood and body fluids.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified.