EKG Technician

About This Role
Department
Cardiopulmonary Unit
Reports to
Department Manager/Charge RCP
Type
Per Diem-Non-Exempt
Requisition #
12745
Position Summary
Performs electrocardiography and various cardiac setup procedures for pediatric through adults for the diagnostic evaluation and care of patients with cardiac disease and/or illness. Assists with various clerical duties of the department.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Knowledge of EKG equipment
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public
• Ability to maintain quality control standards
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
• Ability to work under pressure with frequent interruptions
• Ability to write and communicate clearly
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently
• Possesses organizational skills
• Operates various cardiac equipment for diagnostic cardiac testing in accordance to policy and procedures.
• Answers phones, greets and directs visitors, patients and family promptly and professionally.
• Assists with various clerical duties of the department.
• Assists with department records, reports and files.
• Assists with appointment scheduling.
• Assists in the cleaning, maintenance and preparation of cardiac equipment.
• Proficient in the operation of the following patient care equipment: EKG machine, and holter monitors.
• Must be familiar with hospital beds, wheelchairs and gurneys and echocardiograph machine.
• Complies with CHA Compliance Handbook including the Code of Ethics and all statues, regulations and guidelines applicable to federal and state programs.
• Responsibilities include: following the guidelines and reporting suspected violations of any statue, agreements or guidelines applicable to all healthcare programs.
• Follows Hospital and Department policies and procedures at all times, including but not limited to: Administrative Manual, Environment of Care, Human Resources, Infection Control, Corporate Compliance, Code of Ethics, etc.
• Attend, actively participate and complete in-services, training classes, mandatory classes, seminars/workshops, staff meetings, exercises and drills; reads all department communication and assigned materials.
• Customer Service - Provides excellent customer service and shows compassion to all patients, visitors and co-workers. Seeks feedback to ensure all needs are met. Anticipates and recognizes the concerns of others, even if those concerns are not openly expressed.
• Communication -- Keeps manager and team informed of progress, problems, development and plans. Gets along and interacts positively with co-workers and others.
• Accepts and performs other duties as assigned.

Values/Core Competencies:

• Integrity - We adhere to a code of values and make commitments that contribute to the welfare of our community.
• Respect - We seek to create a community within our organization that enhances self-worth of individuals working with us and for our patients. The dignity and respect shown to employees by management and by their fellow staff will be the model for caring for our patients. Management is committed to treating employees fairly, honestly and with respect. In return, management expects commitment from employees to the values of the organization and its work on behalf of the community.
• Empowerment - we are committed to action and expect all employees to be proactive in decision making and problem solving. We delegate authority to match responsibility, expecting decision making to occur as close to the customer as possible.
• Teamwork - We believe that quality, cost effective, compassionate care can only be provided through teamwork. The nature of our work and mission require sensitivity to the feelings and points of view of many. We work for the good of the team, are accountable for the results of the team and together share our successes or failures. We maintain an atmosphere of openness, honesty and trust.
• Accountability - We accept personal responsibility for our actions and take ownership of our results. We as individuals recognize achievement and are challenged to improve our performance by providing and accepting coaching and feedback.
• Quality Improvement - We will improve value through the process of continuous quality improvement with focus on the relationship between quality and cost. We have a sense of urgency in our search to find better ways of doing everything. We encourage others to try new ideas and measure and recognize results. We are willing to change the status quo to improve.
• Community collaboration and Benefit - We will collaborate within the limits or our resources with other agencies and providers to address the health care wellness needs of our community, recognizing that access to services must be made available regardless of an individual's ability to pay.
• Prudent use of resources - We will use and maintain our assets and resources prudently to meet community expectations. Our organization requires an overall positive return on investment to carry out its mission and to invest in new programs, equipment and facilities. We believe that integration simplifies and improves the process of health care and is a means of achieving economies of scale which will ultimately reduce costs. We seek simplification in the process of patient care and the efficient use of our resources in a changing environment.

Typical Working Condition:

• Temperature and noised varied environment, fast pace, frequent interruption and ongoing collaboration with other staff, patient/family and/or representatives.
• Radiation exposure may occur due to use of radioisotope use during stress test procedures.
• Rare exposure to toxic chemicals may occur due to certain medications, solutions and cleaning agents used in a hospital setting.
• Risk of explosions due to the presence of pressurized hospital gases such as oxygen.
• Body substance exposure to blood/body fluids.

Qualifications

• Current certification in CPR/Basic Life Support
• Computer proficiency (EMR knowledge a plus)
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to effectively present information, both verbal and written
• Ability to take initiative, adapt to changing priorities, and work independently
• Strong time management and prioritization skills
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology including medications
• Fluent in English and Chinese (Cantonese and/or Mandarin)

Preferred

• Knowledge of community resources and cultural needs
• High School Diploma or GED

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged standing
• Frequent bending, pushing, pulling, stooping, crouching and lifting up to or
• 100 lbs. With assistance
• The ability to write and comprehend English
• Eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity
• Ability to walk up and down stairs
• Ability to move about quickly and adjust to short notice changes, emergency or unusual routine
• Normal visual acuity and hearing
• Use of medical and office equipment
• Able to lift up to 30 pounds
• Use proper body mechanics when handling equipment
• Standing, walking and moving 50% of the day

Compliance Requirements
Complies with Chinese Hospital Compliance Handbook including Code of Ethics and all statutes, regulations, guidelines applicable to federal and state programs. Responsibilities include, following the guidelines and reporting suspected violations of any statute, regulations, agreements or guidelines applicable to all healthcare programs.
Base Pay Scale
Starting at $29.01-$43.46 per hour. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.
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