What are the responsibilities and job description for the EKG Technician position at Gila Regional Medical Center?
Description
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The EKG Technician is responsible for supporting the Cardiopulmonary Department. S/he performs EKG testing and various clerical functions.
Essential Functions
EDUCATION & TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The EKG Technician is responsible for supporting the Cardiopulmonary Department. S/he performs EKG testing and various clerical functions.
Essential Functions
- Performs EKG testing.
- Provides ongoing Pyramis system training to physicians and caregivers.
- Answers the phone, and performs various clerical functions.
- Orders supplies and stocks cardiopulmonary supplies.
- Performs oxygen rounds.
- Set-up Holter monitors and stress tests.
- Other tasked assigned
EDUCATION & TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
- Must be a high school graduate or have a GED.
- AHA BLS
- Successfully completed a three month training program in the cardiopulmonary department.
- Previous experience in a healthcare setting is a preferred.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) is helpful.