EKG Tech..........Needed ASAP

Job Purpose: Records the electromotive variations in heart muscle actions by conducting electrocardiograph diagnostic and evaluative studies.



Duties:

* Registers patients by confirming patient identification; reviewing consultation requests; checking for special instructions; consulting with the physician; entering anticipated services to patient log.



* Comforts patients and their families by answering questions; responding to requests; explaining electrocardiograph equipment and testing procedure.



* Conducts electrocardiogram by fastening electrodes to specific areas of arms, legs, and chest.



* Records patient information by entering patient information into electrocardiograph; recording procedure completion in patient record.



* Concludes electrocardiogram by removing electrodes, reviewing electrocardiogram for technical acceptability and rate.



* Generates revenues by recording billing information.



* Helps with electrocardiogram review by mounting electrocardiograms for interpretation by physician; coding and distributing ECG data; recording and filing information relating to tests performed.



* Maintains electrocardiograph equipment and supplies by cleaning and adjusting equipment; troubleshooting problems; performing preventive maintenance; arranging for repairs; maintaining supply inventory levels; completing and placing supply requisitions; restocking supply storeroom



* Maintains quality results by following standards and procedures.



* Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications.



* Serves and protects the health care facility by adhering to professional standards, policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements, and Joint Commission on Accreditation for Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) requirements..



* Enhances health care organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.



Skills/Qualifications:

Must be certified. Hospital experience is preferred.