JOB TITLE/CLASSIFICATION …… EKG TECHNICIAN (115)
DEPARTMENT ………………………… CARDIOLOGY SERVICES
STATUS ………………………………….. NON-EXEMPT
RELATIONSHIPS
Reports to ……………………………….. SUPERVISOR, CARDIOLOGY SERVICES
POSITION SUMMARY
Under general supervision performs EKGs, exercise stress testing, and Holter monitoring with tracing of
good quality using proper technique.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Explains the purpose and procedure of taking an electrocardiogram, exercise stress test, Holter
monitor, or other related procedure to the patient, in order to gain patient cooperation
Demonstrates competence in the care of pediatric or frail elderly groups of patients (when/if assigned to
these patients) relative to determining each patient’s age-related and other physical, psychosocial and
cultural needs, and carrying out patient care activities
Takes routine EKGs and/or rhythm strips as requested, with preference given to STATS, using the
proper technique
Recognizes atypical electrocardiogram pattern, and determines whether there is any external
interferences
Performs graded exercise stress testing accurately, following the cardiologist’s instructions and
protocol, using the proper techniques to produce a clear, good quality tracing.
Takes patient’s blood pressure accurately
Performs pacemaker check with or without magnet accurately
Performs Holter scanning using the proper techniques, printing out and mounting all significant
arrhythmias and patient correlated symptoms
Attends all code blues, being prepared to assist as needed and to perform EKG rhythm monitoring, if
requested
Maintains all EKG, exercise stress, Holter monitor, pacemaker monitor files and records as required:
Departmental records books, Patient card files, Patient tracing files, Teaching material files
Maintains all EDG, stress testing, and Holter monitoring files and records as required
Maintains and cleans equipment
Other Duties
Floats to other areas as directed by the Supervisor, Cardiology Services
Performs other job-related duties as assigned by the Supervisor, Cardiology Services
QUALIFICATIONS
*License/Certifications
Prefer Certified Cardiographic Technician or eligible
Current BCLS
*Proof of License(s) and/or Certification(s) required at time of hire.
**Experience
Prefer one year recent work experience in the field of cardiology
Previous experience in the following: Electrocardiograms, Exercise stress testing, Holter monitoring
Skills
Medical Terminology required
Ability to type and transcribe accurately
Good communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
Physical Requirements
The duties as described will required frequent standing and walking.
The employee will frequently bend/stoop, squat, reach above the shoulders, twist and turn, kneel, and
push/pull.
The employee will frequently be required to lift/pull/push/move up to 50 pounds.
May occasionally perform CPR, push respirators, and cylinder carts, and frequently help position
patients in bed and/or transport patients via bed/gurney.
Visual ability: Near acuity; 8” to 16”, Mid-focal acuity: 16” to 3’, Far visual acuity; 20’ and greater.
Must utilize conversational speech for effective verbal communication.
Noise level is high in some patient care areas. Must be able to hear equipment alarms, overhead
pages, and direct verbal communication.
Hazards
- Will have close contact with patients and is likely to come in contact with blood and body fluids.
- Often exposed to infection. Will be fit tested for particulate respirator.
- Works with electrical equipment.
- Occasional exposure to radiation (X-Ray).
For more detailed and specific physical requirements, consult the Job Analysis on file in the Employee
Health office.
