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EKG Tech
Catholic Health Initiatives • Omaha, NE 68182 • Posted 13 days ago
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In-person • Full-time • $15.49-$21.30/hr • Entry Level
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At CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center - Bergan Mercy, the focus is on patient-centered care in a level I trauma center and academic medical center campus. The EKG Technician performs routine, urgent, and STAT electrocardiogram (EKG) procedures on acute and ambulatory patient populations, applies and removes ambulatory rhythm monitors, edits and processes reports in the EKG PACS system, and performs daily maintenance and quality control among other responsibilities.
Responsibilities
- Performs routine, urgent, and STAT electrocardiogram (EKG) procedures on acute and ambulatory patient populations.
- Applies and removes ambulatory rhythm monitors.
- Edits and processes reports in the EKG PACS system.
- Performs daily maintenance and quality control.
- Cleans and stocks rooms and carts.
- Performs preventive maintenance on equipment. Staff member will contact clinical engineering, supervisor, or director if equipment is malfunctioning or requires repair.
- Participates in all safety, security and infection control programs that are mandatory as well as those required by the department or facility.
- Demonstrates work practices consistent with CHI Health values and department specific safety, security and infection control policies.
- Authorized to make entries in the medical record that are within the scope of the position.
- Abides by applicable laws and regulations relative to safety, security, and patient privacy (HIPAA).
- Must have ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a diverse and multi-cultural environment.
Qualifications
Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Basic Life Support (CPR) from the American Heart Association
Preferred
- Proper patient preparation and lead placement for ECG's, holter monitors, and event recorders.
- Proper use of each type of equipment for the above procedures and the ECG reporting system.
- Basic cardiac rhythms and arrhythmias.
- Ability to transport equipment to various areas in the hospital and assist patients on and off exam table.
About Catholic Health Initiatives
CommonSpirit Health at Home is a leading brand in the healthcare industry that provides top-tier home-based services, including home care, hospice care, palliative care, home infusion, and supplemental staffing. With a legacy of care and a commitment to innovation and compassion, our skilled professionals ensure timely and high-quality care for individuals in over 40 years. Operating in 13 states through 84 care sites, we make a meaningful impact by delivering exceptional at-home care to diverse populations nationwide.
Full Job Description
At CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center - Bergan Mercy our focus is patient-centered care. Our level I trauma center and academic medical center campus is designed to heal the body mind and spirit of every person in a more comfortable less stressful hospital environment. Our full range of medical services includes trauma services heart and vascular care emergency services surgery maternity cancer care and diagnostic imaging.
**Responsibilities**
**Essential Key Job Responsibilities**
1. Performs routine, urgent, and STAT electrocardiogram (EKG) procedures on acute and ambulatory patient populations.
2. Applies and removes ambulatory rhythm monitors.
3. Edits and processes reports in the EKG PACS system.
4. Performs daily maintenance and quality control.
5. Cleans and stocks rooms and carts.
6. Performs preventive maintenance on equipment. Staff member will contact clinical engineering, supervisor, or director if equipment is malfunctioning or requires repair.
7. Participates in all safety, security and infection control programs that are mandatory as well as those required by the department or facility.
8. Demonstrates work practices consistent with CHI Health values and department specific safety, security and infection control policies.
9. Authorized to make entries in the medical record that are within the scope of the position.
10. Abides by applicable laws and regulations relative to safety, security, and patient privacy (HIPAA).
11. Must have ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a diverse and multi-cultural environment.
12. The above statements reflect the general details considered necessary to the essential functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position.
**Qualifications**
**Education:**
+ High school diploma or equivalent
**Licenses & Certifications:**
+ Basic Life Support (CPR) from the American Heart Association
**Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:**
+ Proper patient preparation and lead placement for ECG's, holter monitors, and event recorders.
+ Proper use of each type of equipment for the above procedures and the ECG reporting system.
+ Basic cardiac rhythms and arrhythmias.
+ Ability to transport equipment to various areas in the hospital and assist patients on and off exam table.
**Pay Range**
$15.49 - $21.30 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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