EKG Technician

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled EKG Technician to join our team at Owensboro Health. As an EKG Technician, you will be responsible for performing diagnostic electrocardiograms (EKGs), monitoring placement, and stress testing, while providing patient education associated with studies.

Responsibilities

• Attaches electrode leads to proper body areas based on ordered tests.
• Prepares skin and surroundings to ensure valid results.
• Obtains and documents EKG readings as directed.
• Programs monitors and registers patients on-line depending on the ordered monitor.
• Monitors patients during procedures and reports any abnormal findings.
• Identifies and corrects artifacts.
• Notes and forwards results to physicians for analysis and interpretation.
• Maintains equipment and supplies.
• Monitor and process EKGs in the EKG software and the electronic medical record (EMR).

Qualifications

• High school diploma, General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or higher preferred.
• No experience required.
• BLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 90 days of employment in this position.

Skills and Attributes

• Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Works under minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Physical Demands

• Standing: Frequently
• Walking: Frequently
• Sitting: Occasionally
• Lifting 0-25 lbs: Frequently
• Lifting 25-75 lbs: Rarely
• Lifting over 75 lbs: Rarely
• Carrying 0-25 lbs: Frequently
• Carrying 25-75 lbs: Rarely
• Carrying over 75 lbs: Rarely
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs: Frequently
• Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs: Frequently
• Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: Frequently
• Climbing: Occasionally
• Bending/Stooping: Frequently
• Kneeling: Occasionally
• Crouching/Crawling: Occasionally
• Reaching: Frequently
• Talking: Frequently
• Hearing: Frequently
• Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: Rarely
• Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: Frequently
• Keyboard Data Entry: Frequently
• Running: Occasionally
• Vision: Frequently
• Depth Perception: Frequently
• Distinguish Color: Frequently
• Seeing Far: Frequently
• Seeing Near: Frequently

Owensboro Health Core Commitments

INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.

RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.

TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.

INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.

SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.

EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.