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at Christiana Care Health System in Newark, Delaware, United States

Job Details
PRIMARY FUNCTION:
Responsible for assisting with diagnostic tests to using electrocardiograms to capture patient heart rhythm and rate.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform EKG tracings for Christiana and Wilmington Hospitals and ED triage
Transfer EKG to Powerchart
Create order in Powerchart for outpatient EKG
Sign as performed by EKG in Powerchart
Cleans and stocks EKG machine for critical care units.
Perform pacemaker device interrogations in the ED.
Work the unmatched EKG list in Powerchart, create order as necessary.
Respond to STAT, RTT and timed EKGs per department policy.
Demonstrates skills and knowledge of growth and development, the ability to obtain and interpret information to identify patient needs, and to provide the care needed.

Performs assigned work safely, adhering to established departmental safety rules and practices. Reports to supervisor, lead tech and manager in a timely manner, any unsafe activities, conditions, hazards, or safety violations that may cause injury to oneself, other employees, patients and visitors.

Performs other related duties as required.
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Shift/Hours:
Shift Varies for Day, Evening, and Midnights
Every Other Weekend Commitment
Primary Location: Newark Campus

SCOPE, PURPOSE, AND FREQUENCY OF CONTACTS:
Frequent contact with physicians, patients, nursing staff, various labs, clerical, visitor and families in performing EKG test, coordinating daily workload.

DIRECTION/SUPERVION OF OTHERS:
None

DIRECTION/SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Director, Manager and Lead Tech

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
High School graduate or its equivalent
Basic CCU in-service and medical terminology. EKG experience preferred.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
BLS Certification

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS:
Knowledge of EKG machine program format
Knowledge of office equipment and machines
Ability to learn departmental policies and procedures
Ability to be efficient and accurate
Ability to enter and retrieve information on computer
Ability to organize and prioritize work assignments
Ability to exercise judgment, tact and diplomacy
Skill in oral and written communication
Ability to assist with basic EKG training for other departments
Ability to use/wear communication devices daily as required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Yearly EKG competency and critical results review w/certificate of completion. BEAT class training upon hire/transfer certificate of completion and CPR w/AED certification (2years)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Bending, stooping, standing, walking, and reaching while performing tests.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
General pleasant office environment, can be stressful at times.
ED triage room can be stressful at times.

Post End DateMay 10, 2024

EEO Posting Statement

Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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