Job Description Summary
Job Description Summary
The EKG technician assumes responsibility and accountability for performing electrocardiograms on customers ranging in age from infant to the aged. The EKG technician is responsible for processing EKGs performed by the Cardiovascular Laboratory and other departments in the hospital. Performs other related duties incidental to the work described within.Entity
Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)Worker Type
EmployeeWorker Sub-Type?
RegularCost Center
CC003793 COL - EKG (NMC)Pay Rate Type
HourlyPay Grade
Health-19Scheduled Weekly Hours
40Work Shift
Job Description
The EKG Technician is responsible for operating EKG machine(s) that record diagnostic cardiac activity for appropriate testing. EKG Technician explains procedure, prepares patient for the attachment of electrodes, record cardiac activity, observe the finding and generate reports for physician diagnosis. The EKG Technician is also responsible for attaching various arrhythmia monitor devices
Additional Job Description
Education:
- High school diploma or GED is required.
- Basic computer skills
Experience:
Previous EKG experience is desired but not required.
Completion of a formal training course in phlebotomy procedures from an accredited
Must possess communication/writing/interpersonal skills
?Licenses/Certificates:
Current CPR certification or obtained during the first week of employment.
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