EKG Tech

Gateway Regional Medical Center

Granite City, Illinois, United States

Granite City, Illinois, United States

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We are Gateway Regional Medical CenterOur mission is to provide compassionate, high-quality healthcare services to our community, promoting wellness and healing through innovative treatments, advanced technology, and a dedicated team of professionals. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect, integrity, and excellence, ensuring that every patient receives personalized care in a safe and nurturing environment. Together, we strive to enhance the health and well-being of those we serve and to be a trusted partner in their journey to better health.Position Overview: The EKG Tech prepares patients and assists cardiologist in performing cardiac stress testing. Evaluates patient condition before, during and after cardiac stress testing and alerts cardiologist as appropriate. May apply holter monitors and is responsible for the transmission of holter monitors data to and from the central site. Assists with report processing. Performs EKG testing as needed by the department/facility. Assists in scheduling, pre-certification, corporate compliance, charge capture, and denial management of cardiac stress tests, EKG's and holter monitor procedures. Performs EKGs as needed by the department. Communicates with Pharmacy regarding cardiac medications and radiopharmaceuticals as prescribed by the cardiologist. Prepares patients for cardiac stress testing by obtaining patient history and documenting contraindications, instructing patient and demonstrating stressing techniques, applying electrodes, obtaining IV access, acquiring resting BP and baseline EKG. Coordinates cardiac stress testing with cardiologist, Nuclear Medicine and Echocardiology as needed. Applies holter monitors and provides patient instruction. Transmits and receives holter monitor tracings from central site. Assists in EKG report processing as needed by the departments or facility. Prepares cardiac stress tests, holter monitor, and EKG tracings for interpretation. Distributes accurate and timely reports of cardiac stress testing, holter monitors, and EKGs. Maintains accurate departmental records and files for cardiac stress testing, holter monitors, and EKGs. Participates and assists in the departmental Performance Improvement Plan. Attends departmental and QA meetings as required by management. Maintains safety and infection control measures. Reports incidents to Manager, Risk Management, Security, and/or Radiation Safety Officer in a timely manner. Serves as a preceptor to new employees and/or trainees. Maintains clinical competencies and credentialing.Specifics:
-Position: EKG Stress Tec -Department: Med/Surg -Location: Gateway Regional Medical Center 2100 Madison Ave. Granite City, IL 62040 -Position Status: Full-time
Education Qualifications:
Required: High school graduate or equivalent Certification Qualifications:
Required: Current Basic Life Support (AHA or American Red Cross BLS) certification Experience Qualifications:
Knowledge of Cardiac Dysrhythmia and cardiac stress testing protocols and the ability to recognize abnormal cardiac rhythms preferred. IV Therapy Management preferred Knowledge of radiopharmaceuticals and/or cardiac medications preferred Computer skills are required Company Benefits:
Competitive salary and performance-based incentives Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans. Click Benefits Guide to see all available Retirement savings plan with employer matching Vacation time and holiday pay Shift differentials Supportive and inclusive work environment
Pay Range:
The pay range for this position is $16.20-24.30 per hour Disclaimer: Pay is determined based on various factors, including education level, years of experience, relevant certifications, and specific skills related to the position. The final compensation package will be discussed with Human Resources to ensure fairness and alignment with the candidate's qualifications.

Granite City, Illinois, United States

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