EKG Technician

About the role

As an EKG Technician at Quincy Medical Group, you will play an important role in supporting cardiovascular diagnostic services by performing electrocardiogram (EKG) and ankle-brachial index (ABI) examinations. Working closely with providers, nurses, and other clinical team members, you will obtain accurate diagnostic data, prepare studies for interpretation, and help ensure patients receive timely, high-quality care.

Primary Responsibilities

• Verify patient identifiers and obtain relevant medical history prior to testing.
• Explain testing procedures to patients to promote understanding, comfort, and cooperation.
• Prepare patients for testing and accurately place electrodes and monitoring equipment according to established protocols.
• Perform electrocardiogram (EKG) examinations and obtain high-quality diagnostic recordings.
• Perform ankle-brachial index (ABI) examinations utilizing blood pressure cuffs, monitoring devices, and ultrasound technology.
• Monitor patient condition and well-being during testing and promptly communicate abnormal findings to the ordering provider.
• Adjust equipment settings according to patient needs and established testing protocols.
• Prepare completed exams for interpretation and ensure timely transmission to reading providers.
• Communicate effectively with providers, nurses, and clinical staff regarding patient concerns and testing results.
• Collaborate with laboratory, imaging, and clinical teams to coordinate patient care and diagnostic testing needs.
• Maintain cleanliness, functionality, and readiness of diagnostic equipment and coordinate maintenance as needed.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations and organizational privacy standards.
• Maintain accurate documentation within the electronic medical record.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support diagnostic testing operations.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED is required.
• A current BLS certification, including AED and adult/pediatric CPR, is required.
• A Certified Medical Assistant credential is preferred; non-certified candidates with related healthcare experience will be considered.
• Previous EKG experience is preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and basic anatomy is preferred.
• Strong communication and patient service skills are essential.
• The ability to work independently while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy is necessary.
• Experience with electronic medical records is preferred.
• A commitment to patient safety, confidentiality, and quality care is required.