What are the responsibilities and job description for the EKG Technician position at Cincinnati Children's Hospital?
Job Description
At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.
Cincinnati Children's Hospital Has Been Named:
- Consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 children's hospital in the nation
- One of four Medical Centers making the list of the 2022 Glassdoor Best Places to Work
- A Top Hospital and Health System for Diversity recognized by DiversityInc
- One of the nation's most innovative companies by Fortune in March 2023
- An LGBTQ Healthcare Equality Top Performer in 2022 by The Human Rights Campaign (HRC)
Hours: 24 per week
Shift: Days
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Patient Care - Consistently integrates age specific and culturally diverse concepts into patient care, taking into consideration both the patient's chronological age and developmental functioning and perform patient care interventions as designated by department and delegated by professional staff (see unit specific list of competencies) inclusive of anthropometric measurements (height, weight, body composition), vital signs measurement (pulse, blood pressure and body temperature) and phlebotomy, specimen processing and shipment.
Testing - Conduct non-invasive cardiovascular testing which may include patient setup and ECG acquisition, transtelephonic recorders (inclusive of report dissemination) and/or holter monitors.
Compliance - Sustain a working understanding of regulatory requirements and accreditation standards. Support leadership in Compliance efforts to meet and sustain the regulatory compliance efforts of the department and hospital. Be mindful and judicious in monitoring safety and departmental policies and procedures. Ensure all individual certifications and Safety College requirements are fulfilled in a timely basis. Work with department managers, nurse council and magnet representatives to identify and share safety best practices. Be mindful of CCHMCs processes and compliance with CMS standards and freely communicate safety and compliance concerns to leadership team members.
Administrative - Provide administrative support related inclusive of patient medical records, billing, follow-up and inventory monitoring. Process charges and file results for ECGs, Holters, and trans-telephonics while demonstrating fiscal responsibility and accountability with respect to patient charges.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or equivalent
No directly related experience
PCA or Nurse Assistant experience and/or formal EKG training preferred
Market Leading Benefits Including*:
Medical coverage starting day 1 of employment. View employee benefits here.
Competitive retirement plans
Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partners
Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs
Referral bonus program for current staff!
Support through Employee Resource Groups such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL - LGBTQA Resource Group, Juntos - Hispanic/Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource Group
Physical and mental health wellness programs
Relocation assistance available for qualified positions
- Benefits may vary based on FTE Status and Position Type
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Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and treasures Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/AA/M/F/Veteran/Disability.
Salary : $18 - $21
