EKG Technician

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One
• Paid Days Off from Day One
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Career Development
• Pet Insurance*
• Debt-free Education* (Certifications and Degrees without out-of-pocket tuition expense)

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule: Part Time (3 eight-hour shifts)

Shift : Nights (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 10am to 6:30am)

The community you’ll be caring for: AdventHealth Orlando - 601 East Rollins Street, Orlando, FL 32803

• Located on a lush tropical campus, our flagship hospital, 1,368-bed AdventHealth Orlando
• We offer great benefits with immediate Health Insurance coverage
• Career growth and advancement potential
• Serves as the major tertiary facility for much of the Southeast, the Caribbean and South America
• AdventHealth Orlando houses one of the largest Emergency Departments and largest cardiac catheterization labs in the country
• We are already one of the busiest hospitals in the nation, providing service excellence to more than 32,000 inpatients and 125,000 outpatients each year

The role you’ll contribute:

• The EKG 1 independently performs diagnostic quality ECGs, SAECG, and Holter monitor hook-ups. Must recognize and alert appropriate personnel to lethal arrhythmias and unstable hemodynamics. Demonstrates scheduling flexibility and is compliant with special requests as situations dictate. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.
• A four-week notice is required for resignations, transfer, and any change in employment status resulting in decreased working hours.

The value you’ll bring to the team:

• Demonstrates, through behavior, AdventHealth’s core values of Integrity, Compassion, Balance, Excellence, Stewardship and Teamwork.

Quality

• Performs diagnostic electrocardiograms
• Positions and applies electrodes in proper location
• Identifies and corrects for wandering, interference and artifact

Effective and Efficient Care

• Independently performs diagnostic ECG testing
• Manages unmatched list in a timely manner
• Responds appropriately and in a timely manner to all patient orders

Assessment

• Identifies patients by using AdventHealth’s approved guidelines
• Communicates abnormal findings to the nurse and or physician in a timely manner
• Ensures that an order or a prescription is present for the EKG and or Holter monitor

Documentation

• Accurately documents and reports all procedures in accordance with department expectations
• Enters all patient demographic information accurately
• Downloads, edits and faxes Holter monitor information in a timely manner

Communication

• Communicates with patient and their family members according to their age and understanding
• Explains procedures in a way that the receiver can understand

Process Improvement

• Provides suggestions to improve department and hospital processes
• Participates in process improvement projects

Professional Growth

• Provides goals on employee input form that lead to growth opportunities
• Assists with clinical instructions and serves as a resource to less experienced employees and new personnel.

Qualifications

The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed:

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Ability to read, write legibly and perform basic mathematical functions

• Ability to communicate effectively and work with people of diverse backgrounds

• Computer knowledge and skills

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED:

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

• A new hire may begin employment provided the facility has the ability to facilitate the successful completion of the required AHA BLS program prior to any patient contact. This may be achieved using web-based training with voice-assisted manikin skills check off (ie: Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) Program or Heartcode) or instructor-led training.

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.

Category: Cardiology

Organization: AdventHealth Orlando

Schedule: Part-time

Shift: 3 - Night

Req ID: 25006283

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.