EKG Technician

Schuylkill

Job Location:

Bethlehem, GA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 19 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Imagine a career at one of the nations most advanced health networks.

Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network a nationally recognized forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.

LVHN has been ranked among the Best Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. Were a Magnet(tm) Hospital having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Centers prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an A grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020 the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHNs commitment to teamwork compassion and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.

Whether youre considering your next career move or your first you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Summary
Performs electrocardiogram (EKG) for outpatients and performs processing for inpatients and outpatients. Assigns to Physician for reading. Assists with troubleshooting (quality performance EKG machine etc.).

Job Duties

Performs high quality patient care activities including inpatient/outpatient EKG processing and assigns to Physicians for reading daily. Performs patient prep and applies electrodes for outpatient EKG daily.
Performs high quality patient care activities including patient prep explanation application and documentation of Holter monitor recorders and Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitors daily.
Provides technical analysis of ECG data during all testing. Performs follow through/documentation as part of patients record on a daily basis.
Provides ECG support to other clinical areas to assist with quality maintenance and machine troubleshooting; procedure; and protocol utilization during downtimes etc.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED
Knowledge of cardiac arrhythmia.
Ability to work with PCs and software programs (HIM system EKG information management system etc.).
General clerical skills including use of fax copier memo taking conference phone system etc.
Physical ability to assist patients with mobility issues and transport equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

Technical School Diploma Basic arrhythmia course
1 year 12-lead ECG performance knowledge of cardiac arrhythmia
CET - Certified EKG Technician - State of Pennsylvania

Physical Demands
Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing frequent keyboard use *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling bending squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

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Work Shift:

Day Shift

Address:

2545 Schoenersville Rd

Primary Location:

Lehigh Valley Hospital- Muhlenberg

Position Type:

Onsite

Union:

Not Applicable

Work Schedule:

Per diem; variable shift and hours

Department:

MHC Heart Station - Muhl

Required Experience:

Imagine a career at one of the nations most advanced health networks.Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network a nationally recognized forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.LVHN has been...