Ekg Technician

Primary Purpose Performs routine and emergency EKG's per doctor's request to provide a diagnostic tool for diagnosis and treatment. MINIMUM SPECIFICATIONS Education/Experience: * Must have completed a Medical Assistant course that includes EKG OR must have six months of experience performing cardio graphic procedures. * Prefer six months in high volume acute care hospital setting Equivalent Education and/or Experience: * May have an equivalent combination of education and/or experience in lieu of specific education and/or experience as stated above. Skills or Special Abilities: * Must be able to identify the proper placement of electrodes for a 12-Lead EKG. * Must be able to perform 12-Lead EKG. * Must be able to utilize the MUSE (EKG Management System) for edit of EKGs prior to physician interpretation. * Must be able to communicate effectively with patients, visitors and hospital staff. * Must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of PC operations and the ability to use work processing and spreadsheet software in a Windows environment. * Must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of equipment in order to monitor its general working condition. * Utilizes creativity and innovation in attaining desired outcomes. * Uses a holistic approach and persists when solving problems. * Works in a highly organized manner, capturing and attending to details as well as the bigger picture. * Acts with a sense of urgency. * Synthesizes information and shares with a larger group. * Works effectively in an ambiguous environment.