EKG TECH II Job in Anaheim, California US
EKG TECH II
Under indirect supervision, operates in an in- or out-patient setting an electrocardiograph in order to record the actions of the heart muscle for use in the diagnosis of heart ailments. Assists w/ cardiology procedures including but not limited to ambulatory EKG monitoring/scanning, exercise stress testing, pacemaker monitoring. Also performs related functions including clerical duties, maintaining equipment other duties. Responds to emergency situations as required. Essential Functions: - Upholds KP's Policies Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities applicable state, federal local laws - Greets patients in a pleasant professional manner - Prepares explains procedures to patient - Operates EKG equipment, including specialized equipment - Applies lead placements to patient - Prepares EKG tracing for interpretation indicating the required information (age, PF number, telephone number etc) - Responds to all acute emergency situations - May assist prepare patients for the following procedures: Holter Hook-Up, Treadmill, IPG - Participates in non-invasive procedures such as pacemaker clinics, Holter monitors, treadmills, cardiac profusion tests - Maintains equipment in operating order notifies supervisor of needed repairs - Prepares paperwork EKG for physician interpretation of hospitalized patient - Maintains files, makes copies of cardiac procedures assists w/ any other paperwork as required - Maintains a safe and orderly work area - Answers telephone relays messages - Establishes maintains courteous cooperative relations w/ the public, patients other personnel - Performs other related duties as required Qualifications: Pay Grade: 23 Basic Qualifications: - Minimum one (1) year of experience as an EKG Tech in non-invasive cardiology procedures within the last three (3) years - Graduate of a Kaiser Permanente approved basic EKG training course and/or one (1) year of clinical experience (within the last three (3) years) in a cardiology setting - Valid BLS card - Demonstrated ability to recognize and report artifacts and basic dysrhythias - Ability to perform all procedures including scanning, pacemaker, regular and thallium treadmills - Ability to operate complex specialty equipment Preferred Qualifications: - Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel Notes: - This is an on call position, days and hours may vary according to departmental need. - Works rotating weekends. - This is a temporary position for approximately90 days.