Ekg Technician (Part Time) Details

Ekg Technician (Part Time)

Hackensack Meridian Health - Edison, NJ

Employment Type : Full-Time

Description:
How have you impacted someone’s life today?
At Hackensack Meridian Health our healthcare teams are focused on changing the lives of our patients by providing the highest level of care each day. From our hospitals, rehab centers and occupational health teams to our long-term care centers and at-home care capabilities, our complete spectrum of services will allow you to apply your skills in multiple settings while building your career all within New Jersey’s premier healthcare system.
Responsibilties:A Day in the life of a EKG Technician at Hackensack Meridian includes:

• Obtains orders. Explains test to patient. Utilizes patient safety goals when performing ECGs by confirming patient's identity and reducing risk of healthcare associated infections.
• Charges completed ECGs in computer by completing order, placing/completing order or charging in Clinstar if no order is available
• Participates in the collection, analysis, and application of performance improvement data for follow up and resolution.
• Orders/maintains supplies. Contacts appropriate area for any repairs needed and follows up until completion.
• Stocks ECG machines, including Code Angio folders.
• Checks charges against ECGs performed. Maintains/cleans equipment between patients. Ensures date and time settings are correct on ECG machines.
• Verifies ECG machine is set for standard paper speed. Assist in the preparation of monthly reports.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor/Manager to assist in the efficient operation of the department.
• Checks charges against ECGs performed. Maintains/cleans equipment between patients. Ensures date and time settings are correct on ECG machines. Verifies ECG machine is set for standard paper speed.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly reports. performs other duties as assigned by supervisor/Manager to assist in the efficient operation of the department.

• High School Diploma or equivalent; AHA BLS certification preferred.

• One year in a patient care or healthcare related environment preferred