EKG Technician I

EKG Technician I
Shift/schedule: 12-hour shifts, night shift, every other weekend and some holidays.
General Description of the Job Class

Assist with the operation of electrocardiograph equipment to record the electromotive variations in heart muscle actions; assist in the coding, filing and distribution of EKG data. Perform as a member of the cardiac arrest team, obtaining ECG record of events; assist emergency situations by initiating and/or assisting in emergency procedures prescribed by hospital policies.

Duties and Responsibilities of this Level

* Assist with the operation of electrocardiograph equipment to record the electromotive variations in heart muscle actions. *Prepare patient for electrocardiogram by explaining testing procedures and fastening electrodes to specific areas of arms, legs, and chest. *Assist in entering patient information into electrocardiograph including history number and patient's name. *Remove electrodes, add billing charge to requisition slip; assist with review of electrocardiogram for technical acceptability and rate. *Assist in mounting electrocardiograms for interpretation by physician; assist in coding and distributing EKG data; record and file information relating to tests performed. *Assist with cleaning, adjusting and performing routine maintenance on equipment to ensure proper functioning. *Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Required Qualifications at this Level
Education

High School Graduate or GED.

Experience

N/A

Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification

N/A

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Establish and maintain effective working relationships

Dealtactfully and courteously with the public

Understand and follow oral and written instructions

Accept responsibility for accuracy and responsiveness

Work under pressure

Basic computer skills

Distinguishing Characteristics of this Level

N/A

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Essential Physical Job Functions

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Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.