The Role
Performs diagnostic electrocardiograms by preparing patients, applying electrodes, operating EKG equipment, monitoring patients, identifying abnormal findings, and forwarding results to physicians. Maintains equipment and supplies while supporting cleaning and replenishment tasks. The role requires effective communication, prolonged standing and walking, equipment transport throughout the hospital, and availability for at least two eight-hour shifts weekly.
Summary Generated by Built In
- Performs diagnostic electrocardiograms.
- Positions and applies electrodes as appropriate and connects leads from electrocardiograph machine to electrodes on specified body areas.
- Reviews patients' records and instructs patients prior to procedures.
- Monitors patients during procedures and reports any abnormal findings.
- Edits and forwards result to attending physician for analysis and interpretation.
- Maintains EKG equipment and supplies.
- A high school diploma or GED preferred. Students 17 years old or older who are enrolled in a high school health program may be considered for these openings.
- Prefer a minimum six-month training as an EKG technician or cardiovascular technician preferably in a hospital setting. Student or completion of the following health programs of an accredited cardiovascular technology, certified patient care tech program, respiratory care program, paramedic or medical assistant program.
- Must be available to work a minimum of two 8-hour shifts per week.
- Must be able to communicate effectively, to stand and walk for long periods of time, and to transport equipment to various locations in the hospital.
- Motivated to learn and assist in other areas as time permits i.e., cleaning equipment, replacing supplies.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or GED
- At least six months of training as an EKG technician or cardiovascular technician, preferably in a hospital setting
- Student enrollment in or completion of an accredited cardiovascular technology program
- Completion of a certified patient care technician, respiratory care, paramedic, or medical assistant program
- Availability to work a minimum of two eight-hour shifts per week
- Effective communication skills
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
- Ability to transport equipment to various hospital locations
- Motivation to learn and assist with equipment cleaning and supply replacement
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The Company
What We Do
Cullman Regional Medical Center is a community-oriented, mission-driven, not-for-profit organization that operates a general acute care hospital and provides a broad range of specialty care services through its network of providers.
