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The EKG Technician at St. Vincent's Medical Center performs diagnostic electrocardiograms (EKGs), attaches electrodes to patients, operates electrocardiograph machines, and maintains EKG equipment and supplies. This role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, basic monitor interpretation skills, and the ability to pass a dysrhythmia class within 6 months of hire. Certification in AED is also required. The position offers opportunities for career development within Hartford HealthCare's comprehensive network.
Responsibilities
- Attaches, connects, and operates electrodes from specified body areas to leads from electrocardiograph machine.
- Reviews patient's record and instructs patients prior to procedures.
- Monitors patient during procedures and reports any abnormal findings.
- Identifies and corrects for artifacts.
- Edits and forwards results to attending physician for analysis and interpretation.
- Maintains EKG equipment and supplies.
- Performs or assists with all diagnostic cardiology testing and related procedures.
- Maintains general inventory necessary to perform duties.
- Other Duties as assigned
Qualifications
Required
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Basic monitor interpretation skills and must pass dysrhythmia class within 6 months of hire.
- Certified Heart Saver AED credentialed from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association (AHA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
- One year healthcare environment or certified medical assistant required.
Preferred
- Experience as a medical assistant.
About Hartford HealthCare
Hartford HealthCare is a leading healthcare provider in Connecticut with nearly 500 locations offering a wide range of medical services including behavioral health, rehabilitation, senior care, and specialized institutes like the Ayer Neuroscience Institute and Cancer Institute. They have a strong system of hospitals like Backus Hospital and Hartford Hospital, providing top-notch medical care supported by a dedicated team of health professionals and innovative solutions for better patient experience.
Full Job Description
*One year healthcare environment or certified medical assistant required. * *Looking for someone who has availability to pick up multiple shifts a month.* Work where*every moment*matters. Every day, over 30,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network. St. Vincent's Medical Center in Bridgeport has more than 3,200 employees. It includes a 473-bed community teaching hospital, a 76-bed inpatient psychiatric facility in Westport, a large multispecialty provider group, and special needs services for adults and children. St. Vincent's is the first hospital in Fairfield County to be integrated into the Hartford HealthCare network, and is the system's second-largest hospital. * Job Summary:* - Performs diagnostic electrocardiograms (EKGs). * Responsibilities:* - Attaches, connects, and operates electrodes from specified body areas to leads from electrocardiograph machine. - Reviews patient's record and instructs patients prior to procedures. Monitors patient during procedures and reports any abnormal findings. - Identifies and corrects for artifacts. Edits and forwards results to attending physician for analysis and interpretation. - Maintains EKG equipment and supplies. - Performs or assists with all diagnostic cardiology testing and related procedures. - Maintains general inventory necessary to perform duties. - Other Duties as assigned *Licensure / Certification / Registration:* - Required Credential(s): - One or more of the following: - Certified Heart Saver AED credentialed from the American Red Cross obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. - Certified Heart Saver AED credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. *Education:* - High school diploma or equivalent. *Work Experience:* - Basic monitor interpretation skills and must pass dysrhythmia class within 6 months of hire required. - Experience as a medical assistant a definite plus. - One year healthcare environment or certified medical assistant required. We take great care of careers. With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is* your moment.* **Job:** **Professional Clinical* **Organization:** **St. Vincent's Medical Center* **Title:** *EKG Technician / Cardiology Diag (Per Diem)* **Location:** *Connecticut-Bridgeport-St Vincents Medical Center (10427)* **Requisition ID:** *24155886* **Other Locations:** *United States*
