Electrocardiogram (EKG) Technician, Senior

Hennepin Healthcare is an integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult Trauma Center and Level I Pediatric Trauma Center and acute care hospital, as well as a clinic system with primary care clinics located in Minneapolis and across Hennepin County. The comprehensive healthcare system includes a 473-bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and a network of clinics in the North Loop, Whittier, and East Lake Street neighborhoods of Minneapolis, and in the suburban communities of Brooklyn Park, Golden Valley, Richfield, and St. Anthony Village. Hennepin Healthcare has a large psychiatric program, home care, and operates a research institute, philanthropic foundation, and Hennepin EMS. The system is operated by Hennepin Healthcare System, Inc., a subsidiary corporation of Hennepin County.

Equal Employment Opportunities: We believe equity is essential for optimal health outcomes and are committed to achieve optimal health for all by actively eliminating barriers due to racism, poverty, gender identity, and other determinants of health. We are committed to equitable care and working in an environment that celebrates, promotes, and protects diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are committed to bringing in individuals with new cultural perspectives to assist in creating a more equitable healthcare organization.

SUMMARY: We are currently seeking a Electrocardiogram (EKG) Technician, Senior to join our Cardiology department. This part-time (0.8 FTE) role will work weekdays with rotating start times and weekend rotation.

Purpose of this position: Under general supervision, performs work involving the computer scanning of 24 and 48 hour continuous electrocardiogram tapes and reviewing compressed printouts of complete 24 and 48 hour electrocardiogram tapes; and conducts stress tests and EKGS.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Scans and analyzes 24 and 48 hour Holter monitors
• Analyzes, edits, and prepares Holter and Event monitor reports for review by physician, meeting Service Level Agreement for turnaround time
• Monitors cardiac rhythms while conducting electrocardiograms, Holter monitor application and exercise stress test
• Explain exam procedures to patient and family members prior to beginning test
• Inserts IV catheters for procedures in the ECHO Department
• Transports patients if needed
• Troubleshoots abnormal test results and problems/questions patients have with stress tests, EKGs, Holter or event monitors. Notifies appropriate physician within 10 minutes with abnormal results
• Observes and reports patients reaction during all types of EKG testing
• Compares current EKG to past EKGs and alerts physician as needed
• Performs electrocardiograms in all hospital areas including the emergency room, trauma room, inpatient units and onsite ambulatory clinics as needed
• Alerts physician within 10 minutes with critical test results and documents this notification
• Responds to all STAT calls for EKGs meeting Service Level Agreement
• When needed schedules EKG, Holter/event monitor appointments in EPIC
• Organizes assigned work and accurately completes work load statistics
• Monitors EPIC patient work list and completes EKG and holter monitor procedures. Assists co-workers in completion of the work list when needed
• Participates in the orientation and training of new employees (both HCMC and Ambulatory Clinics) at the hospital in the performance of EKG and stress test duties
• Acts as liaison with Ambulatory Clinics to troubleshoot equipment and problem solve
• Adapts readily to changes in work assignments based on patient need and department priority
• Responsible for the daily cleaning of equipment after every patient contact
• Maintain neatness throughout the EKG department
• Operates and performs routine maintenance on EKG/Holter and stress test equipment
• Troubleshoots equipment in the event of malfunction. Alerts Bio-electronics for repairs if needed and communicates this to Manager
• Build and support a collaborative team environment

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications:

• One year of experience performing EKG testing

-OR-

• An approved equivalent combination of education and experience

You've made the right choice in considering Hennepin Healthcare for your employment. We offer a wealth of opportunities for individuals who want to make an impact in our patients' lives. We are dedicated to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to both current and prospective employees. We are driven to connect talented individuals with life-changing career opportunities, enabling you to provide exceptional care without exception. Thank you for considering Hennepin Healthcare as a future employer.

Please Note: Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements.

• We offer a competitive pay rate based on your skills, licensure/certifications, education, experience related to this position, and internal equity.
• We provide an extensive benefits program that includes Medical; Dental; Vision; Life, Short and Long-term Term Disability Insurance; Retirement Funds; Paid Time Off; Tuition reimbursement; and license and Certification reimbursement (Available ONLY for benefit eligible positions).
• For a complete list of our benefits, please visit our career site on why you should work for us.