About the role
Northwell is the largest not-for-profit health system in the Northeast, serving residents of New York and Connecticut with 28 hospitals, more than 1,000 outpatient facilities, 22,000 nurses and over 20,000 physicians. Northwell cares for more than three million people annually in the New York metro area, including Long Island, the Hudson Valley, Connecticut and beyond, thanks to philanthropic support from our communities. Northwell is New York State’s largest private employer with over 104,000 employees — including members of Northwell Health Physician Partners — who are working to change health care for the better.
EKG Technician - 16 hours - Sharon Hospital - Part Time
Monday and Wednesday 0730 - 1600. Must have completed EKG course, have a Current BCLS certification and be able to work M & W 7:30 - 4PM.
Summary:
The purpose of this position is to perform and assist in performing diagnostic tests, such as EKGs and Holter monitors, to measure a patient's heart electrical activity and helping the care team to identify cardiovascular issues. This position also supports the cardiac rehab team as well as the EKG team for non-invasive diagnostic testing.
Responsibilities:
1. Ability to perform EKGs according to procedure.
2. Moves electrodes along specified area of chest to produce electrocardiogram that records electromotive variations occurring in different areas of heart muscle.
3. Monitors EKG for abnormal patterns.
4. Inputs information into machine and marks tracing to indicate positions of chest electrodes.
5. Maintains adequate supply of paper and ink in machine.
6. Attaches electrodes of Holter monitor to patient to record data over extended period of time.
7. Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Inspects cardiology equipment to ensure it is functioning correctly. Reports all malfunctions.
8. Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity.
9. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
10. Notifies appropriate licensed personnel when patient complains of pain.
11. Maintains a thorough knowledge of all departmental forms and log books and their proper usage.
12. Attends education in-service programs to maintain competency. Attends hospital inservice programs and training.
13. Uses the principles of AIDET in every customer encounter
14. Accepts other duties as assigned and required.
Education Skills Experience:
High school graduate
Successful EKG course completion
Current BCLS certification
Successful completion of basic cardiopulmonary orientation
Other Information:
Language Skills:
Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
Additional languages preferred.
Written and verbal skills.
Skills:
Basic computer knowledge.
� Ability to use EKG and Holter monitors.
Working Conditions:
Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity
Occupational: Little or no potential for occupational risk
Physical Effort: Sedentary/light effort. May exert up to 10 lbs. force
Physical Environment: Generally pleasant working conditions
Company: Sharon Hospital
Org Unit: 957
Department: Cardiac Rehab
Exempt: No
Salary Range: $21.49 - $41.73 Hourly
“Available benefits include: Paid Time Off (PTO); Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage; Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts; Health Savings Account; 401(k) Retirement Plan; Basic Life and AD&D insurance; Wellness Programs; Employee Assistance Program; and Team Member Discounts. Available benefits for union positions may vary in accordance with applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements.”
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