EKG Technician

Department Overview

The electrocardiographic technician works collaboratively with health care providers to provide direct and

indirect care to patients undergoing procedures in the Cardiac Non-Invasive Services Department and

throughout the hospital. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, performance of 12 lead

electrocardiograms, holter and event monitor application and removal, cardiac rhythm analysis and six-minute walk tests.

Function/Duties of Position

Provides direct and indirect care to patients undergoing procedures in the Cardiac Non-Invasive Services Department and other areas in the hospital

• Performs 12 lead electrocardiograms
• Performs Holter and event monitor application and removal
• Analyzes Holter monitor data for abnormalities and completes report for physician interpretation
• Pre-read event monitor reports for reading cardiologists 
• Schedule walk-in patients for EKGs/Monitor placement.
• Utilizes Philips iECG system to process and prepare EKG’s for interpretation.
• Completes billing entry for electrocardiograms, Holter/event monitors.
• Prepare patients for procedures
• Demonstrates ongoing proficiency in clinical skills/knowledge specific to specialty area
• Demonstrates practice consistent with current research/standards/policies/protocols/procedures
• Protect patient privacy/maintains confidentiality
• Recognizes and responds to adverse reactions, clinical problems, or emergent situations
• Reports pertinent findings to cardiologist
• Documents according to established policies and procedures
• Provides teaching to patients and family as necessary 
• Performs routine cleaning and reports mechanical failure of equipment 
• Ensures emergency equipment is maintained and working properly 
• Demonstrates fiscally responsible resource utilization and promotes cost containment 
• Follows research protocols
• Perform patient care in a timely manner
• Productively utilizes unassigned time 

Other Duties as Asigned

Required Qualifications

• Completion of an Electrocardiography Technician training course from a recognized technical/vocational school; OR

• One year experience assisting with cardiac testing procedures in a physician's office, clinic, hospital, or similar setting; OR

• An equivalent combination of training and experience.

• Positions within person patient care: BLS certificate within 30 days of hire or prior to independent practice, whichever comes first.

Job Related Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Competencies):

• Effective utilization of oral and written communication skills with staff and the public
• Fluency in oral and written English
• Proficiency in computer skills including word processing and databases
• Ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple tasks
• Flexibility
• Strong customer service skills
• Proficiency in organizational skills, time management and creativity with scheduling patients
• Ability to work independently and autonomously, self-motivated
• Ability to report to work regularly, on time, and prepared 

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• ECG technician certification
• Knowledge of cardiac noninvasive procedures
• Proficiency in obtaining and analyzing 12 lead ECG’s
• Familiarity with electrocardiography and stress testing equipment 

Additional Details

Exposure to usual hospital environmental conditions

Possible exposure to body substances

Fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions and multiple demands

Ability to work a minimum of 10 hours per day and longer, according to organizational requirements

Rotating holiday and weekend schedule

Why apply to OHSU?

We are Oregon's only public academic health center. In addition to caring for patients, we lead groundbreaking research. We also train the next generation of health care professionals. As Portland's largest employer, we give you opportunities to learn and advance in a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and Southwest Washington. All are welcome. OHSU welcomes people of all ages, ethnicities, genders, national origins, religions and sexual orientations. We are striving to build an anti-racist, multicultural institution and encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply. To request reasonable accommodation, contact [email protected]