EEG/EKG Tech - 4 '10's hour day shifts - Full Time

Position Summary

The EKG/EEG Tech is responsible for performing routine, stat, pre-operative and outpatient EKG testing as well as performing adult and pediatric EEG’s. Responsible for quality recordings of EKG, 24 hour holter monitors as well as other tests performed by the EKG Department. Assists in all phases of supplies and storage of all EKG materials. Participates in report generation, charting and delivery. Responsible for the administration of the EEG test (Electroencephalogram), which requires the tech to place electrodes on the patient’s scalp and then provide stimuli (typically lights or breathing exercises) to the patient and measure the brains responses. Provide neurologists with information about the brain activity of patients. Submit findings to neurologists, who use the reports to aid in the diagnosis of brain damage or medical conditions.

Physical Requirements

• Stooping, sitting, standing, and walking for long periods of time
• Frequently assists lifting patients and heavy equipment
• Work in a stressful environment
• Make sound decisions
• Detail oriented
• Aware and alert
• Self-motivated
• Ability to push/pull up to 40lbs, carry and lift up to 50lbs

Threshold Requirements

• Annual Joint Commission mandatory education requirements
• In-service and health requirements including attendance at new employee orientation
• TB/PPD Surveillance Program
• Maintenance of required professional licensing and/or certification(s)