EKG Technician

Job Description

Description

PeaceHealth RiverBend Medical Center in Springfield, Oregon is seeking a EKG Technician for a Per Diem/Relief, 0.00 FTE, Variable position. Hourly compensation is $17.65 – $31.36; hiring rate dependent on qualifications, professional experience, work location, and/or terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Operates electrocardiograph equipment (which may include treadmill tests, ECGs, Holter monitors, etc.) to record the electromotive variations in heart muscle to provide data for diagnosis of heart ailments.

Details about the position:

1. Performs EKGs, and may perform Holter monitors, event monitors and ambulatory blood pressure monitors on patient.
2. Processes and edits EKGs.
3. Charts confirmed EKGs. Records and files information related to tests performed.
4. Cleans, adjusts and performs routine maintenance on equipment to ensure proper functioning.
5. Performs other duties as assigned.

What you bring:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One year of related experience preferred.
• One year of prior direct patient care experience or completion of an EKG training program is required.
  
• Current American Heart Association BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required at date of hire.
• Certification as a Cardiographic Technician within 3 years of hire preferred.
• Understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Basic computer skills including MS Office applications.
• Understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Effective communication skills.

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers. The benefits included in positions less than 0.5 FTE are 403b retirement plan for caregiver contributions; wellness benefits, discount program, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

For a complete description of this position or for questions, please contact Andrea, [email protected]

This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting.

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For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state, or federal laws.

Must be fully vaccinated or exempted for COVID-19 including 2 doses of a 2-dose series or 1 dose of a 1-dose series plus 14 days beyond the final dose prior to start date. PeaceHealth has a medical and religious exemption request process for those that are unable to receive the COVID-19 primary vaccine series due medical/religious reasons.