Overview

　　Conducts electrocardiogram (EKG) procedures on in- and outpatients and performs Holter monitor and Zio monitor hook-ups. Prepares paperwork for physician reading, inputs edits, and completes billing documents.

　　Responsibilities

　　Conducts routine and stat electrocardiograms, following procedures applicable to the particular nursing unit/patient. Responds to emergency codes.

　　Explains procedures to patients. Performs proper lead placement and using nursing arrhythmias, notifies nurse of any abnormality.

　　Transfers disc containing the EKGs to the EKG management system.

　　Prepares the tracings for over-reading by a cardiologist.

　　Inputs edits made by physician and completes all charge documents.

　　Maintains the cleanliness of carts and ensures adequate levels of supplies are available.

　　Explains the Holter monitoring procedure and provide patient with the diary, etc. Places leads for Holter monitoring and explains the 24/48 hour requirement.

　　Provides support during codes.

　　Successfully completes required on-the-job training in specific procedures.

　　Performs other duties as required or assigned.

　　Qualifications

　　High school graduate with one (1) year of previous hospital-related experience required.

　　Previous patient related experience and/or special courses in anatomy and physiology preferred.

　　Stays current in knowledge of appropriate lead placement and arrhythmias.

　　Required Licensure/Certifications

　　BLS required.Don't meet every single requirement?

　　Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center and Clinics, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

　　Area of Interest:Allied Health;

　　FTE/Hours per pay period:.01 hrs/per week (per diem/temp);

　　Shift:Rotating;

　　Job ID:21320;

　　Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center and Dartmouth Hitchcock Clinics comply with applicable Federal civil rights laws and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex. We do not exclude or treat people differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.