Produces recordings of electromotive variations in patient's heart muscle, using electrocardiograph (EKG), to provide data for diagnosis of heart ailments.

NON-EXEMPT

Ability to perform EKGs according to procedure.

Moves electrodes along specified area of chest to produce electrocardiogram that records electromotive variations occurring in different areas of heart muscle.

Monitors EKG for abnormal patterns.

Inputs information into machine and marks tracing to indicate positions of chest electrodes.

Maintains adequate supply of paper and ink in machine.

Attaches electrodes of Holter monitor to patient to record data over extended period of time.

Types report interpretations, sends reports to physicians and files reports in department according to department procedures.

Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Inspects cardiology equipment to ensure it is functioning correctly. Reports all malfunctions.

Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity.

Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.

Notifies appropriate licensed personnel when patient complains of pain.

Maintains a thorough knowledge of all departmental forms and logbooks and their proper usage.

Attends education inservice programs to maintain competency. Attends hospital inservice programs and training.

Demonstrates the ability to deal with pressure to meet deadlines, to be accurate, and to handle constantly changing situations.

Demonstrates the ability to deal with a variety of people, deal with stressful situations, and handle conflict.

Professional Requirements:

Adheres to dress code.

Completes annual educational requirements.

Maintains regulatory requirements.

Wears identification while on duty.

Maintains confidentiality at all times.

Attends department staff meetings as required within the department.

Reports to work on time and as scheduled; completes work in designated time.

Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner.

Actively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities.

Coordinates efforts in meeting regulatory compliance, federal, state and local regulations and standards

Communicates and complies with the Benefis Health System Mission, Vision and Values as well as the focus statement of the department.

Complies with Benefis Health System Organization Policies and Procedures.

Complies with Health and Safety Standards and Guidelines.