EKG Tech - FT (13617)

Job DetailsJob Location: Cullman Regional Medical Center - Cullman, AL 35056Position Type: Full Time - .9Job Shift: AnyJob Category: Health Care 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. Qualifications 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.