PRN EKG Tech

Primary City/State:

Mesa, Arizona

Department Name:

Banner Staffing Services-AZ

Work Shift:

Day

Job Category:

Clinical Care

Great careers are built at Banner Health. We understand that talented health care professionals appreciate having options. We are proud to offer our team members many career and lifestyle choices throughout our network of facilities. This could be the perfect opportunity for you. 

In this EKG position at Banner Thunderbird Medical Center, you will keep busy, experience a lot of variety and constantly be learning new skills. You will truly be a part of a family that wants to see you flourish while you develop your Banner career. The EKG Tech is going to be working hand-n-hand with the Cardiologists doing EKG’s for the entire hospital, excluding the ED. They will also be responsible for doing Lexi and treadmill test procedures; working hand-in-hand with the Nuclear Medicine techs, Cath lab nurses, and Cardiologists for these procedures.

Schedule: Varied schedule 7:00am-4:30pm including some weekends

Location: Banner Thunderbird Medical Center

Banner Staffing Services (BSS) offers Registry/Per Diem opportunities within Banner Health. Registry/Per Diem positions are utilized as needed within our facilities. These positions are great way to start your career with Banner Health. As a BSS team member, you are eligible to apply (at any time) as an internal applicant to any regular opportunities within Banner Health.

As a valued and respected Banner Health team member, you will enjoy:

• Competitive wages
• Paid orientation
• Flexible Schedules (select positions)
• Fewer Shifts Cancelled
• Weekly pay
• 403(b) Pre-tax retirement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee wellness program
• Discount Entertainment tickets
• Restaurant/Shopping discounts
• Auto Purchase Plan

Registry/Per Diem positions do not have guaranteed hours and no medical benefits.

POSITION SUMMARY
This position performs basic prescribed non-invasive cardiovascular procedures to patients. This position analyzes data during the recording, making certain that the information being obtained is valid and interpretable. This position ensures optimal care/treatment to patient population.

CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Performs basic prescribed standard non-invasive cardiovascular procedures in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.

2. Identifies and documents procedures as outlined by departmental policies and procedures to maximize patient outcome.

3. Ensures an accurate and readable recording using deductive reasoning to trouble shoot minor problems, make adjustments as needed during the procedure and prepares recordings for interpretation.

4. Collects and/or reviews pertinent medical, historical, and medication information in order to perform the appropriate study prescribed by the physician as outlined by departmental policies and procedures.

5. Assists with activities to improve department processes, facilitate testing and maintain quality to achieve optimal patient results.

6. May assists in scheduling of patients, charge entry and maintains equipment as outlined by department policies and procedures. Must complete courses in EKG and 12 Lead.

7. Independently performs prescribed non-invasive cardiovascular procedures to patients. Internal customers: All levels of nursing management and staff, medical staff, and all other members of the interdisciplinary health care team. External Customers: regulatory and health agencies, patients and family members.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge. Completion of courses in EKG and 12 Lead.

Certification for BLS required.

This position requires clinical knowledge typically achieved with one year of experience in a relevant clinical environment. Must demonstrate effective communication skills, human relations skills, basic mathematical skills, analyze data and solve basic problems.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Prior experience/training in non-invasive cardiology procedures.

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

EEO Statement:

EEO/Disabled/Veterans