EKG Tech I

Location: Orlando Campus-601 EAST ROLLINS STREET, Orlando, 32803

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One

• Paid Days Off from Day One

• Student Loan Repayment Program

• Career Development

• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources

• Mental Health Resources and Support

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule: Part-Time

Shift: Day (2:30pm-11:00pm) May need to work 6:00am-2:30pm or overnight shift

The role you’ll contribute:

The EKG Technician I independently performs diagnostic quality ECGs, SAECG, and Holter monitor hook-ups. Must recognize and alert appropriate personnel to lethal arrhythmias and unstable hemodynamics. Demonstrates scheduling flexibility and is compliant with special requests as situations dictate. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.

The value you’ll bring to the team:

• Operates electrocardiograph (EKG) machines by attaching and connecting electrodes onto

specified body regions

• Reviews patient records and provides patients with instructions prior to procedures. Reports

abnormal findings to appropriate personnel

• Obtain pulse rates, blood pressure, body temperature and ECG changes while patients undergo

diagnostic tests. Documents applicable patient and procedure data

• Identifies and corrects for artifacts. Edits and forwards results to attending physicians for analysis and interpretation

• Maintains EKG equipment and supplies

• Surveys patients to gather medical history and determine the presence of factors that may affect

recording systems

• Performs other duties as assigned

The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed:

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Ability to communicate by reading, writing legibly, speaking and comprehending English effectively in order to carry out job requirements

STRONGLY PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Ability to provide care to the population served

• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the health care industry

• Ability to assess data regarding patient status and health

• Ability to provide care as described in job description follows departmental policies and procedures

• Ability to demonstrate professional relationship building skills and effective communication skills

• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office

• Must be able to read, write and speak conversational English

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• High School Grad / 0 years experience

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or General Education diploma

• Prior ECG experience with Philips and/or Mortara ECG machines

• Experience with Electronic Medical Records

• Experience performing ECGs in a hospital setting

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION Required:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification