EKG Tech

Organization:

SDMC-Sutter Delta Medical Center

Position Overview:

The electrocardiography (EKG) technician performs procedures which record cardiac activity for various diagnostic tests, including: 12 lead EKG, rhythm strips, ambulatory blood pressure monitoring, cardiac stress monitoring, and transient Arrhythmia monitoring and perform peripheral diagnostic pressure and doppler measurements. Must also maintain department equipment, provide routine preventative maintenance, adhere to infection control procedures, as well as perform department clerical work; distribute and maintain records and monitor supplies.

Job Description:

EDUCATION

HS Diploma or equivalent education/experience

Other: Formal training in basic cardiology department procedures. or equivalent education/experience


CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider


PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AS TYPICALLY ACQUIRED IN:

At least 500 hours on-the-job training as an EKG tech in cardiology department of an accredited acute care hospital.

Previous experience as an EKG tech in an acute care facility preferred.


SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Competent to perform necessary cardiac diagnostic test as outlined in the position description.

Must possess skills for basic understanding of diagnostic tests.

Ability to efficiently use and troubleshoot diverse equipment necessary for job performance.

Ability to assess, evaluate and respond to patients based on age or other functional limitations.

Ability and confidence to work independently and act as a resource on behalf of the department.

Job Shift:

Day/Evening

Schedule:

Per Diem/Casual

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Variable

Weekend Requirements:

Occasionally

Benefits:

No

Unions:

Yes

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

0

Employee Status:

Per Diem/Casual

Number of Openings:

1

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $31.37 to $39.39 / hour

Qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment. Applicants for specific positions are still required to disclose certain convictions during the application process, and those convictions may also be considered in determining eligibility for employment in accordance with applicable law.

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