Electrocardiograph (EKG) Technician (per-Diem) - Seattle, United States - University of Washington
Description
UW Medical Center - Northwest has an outstanding opportunity for a PART TIME, EKG TECHNICIAN.WORK SCHEDULE:
Per-diem anytime from
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:
Conveniently located near public transportation
Make a difference for the patients and employees we serve
Opportunity to provide career growth
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION:
Located in north Seattle, Heart Institute at UW Medical Center - Northwest provides a wide range of cardiac services, including early prevention, risk assessment and acute and chronic disease management.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Sets up exam area, ensuring all necessary equipment and supplies are ready
Prepares and informs patients of exam procedure, observes and monitors patient's condition and reactions to exam
Independently performs assigned EKG exams in accordance with established protocols and standards, demonstrates ability to perform the entire variety of technical procedures
Performs quality assurance checks on equipment and processes per department policies, and investigates and informs supervisor of any quality issues or problems
Operates equipment according to departmental procedures, adjusts equipment parameters to obtain high-quality recordings, and calibrates and inspects/evaluates equipment for proper functioning
Interprets EKG data; edits, types and charts reports, inputs exam orders, patient data, and patient charges
Continually evaluates patient flow and work assignments, makes necessary adjustments, and prioritizes work effectively.
Answers phones and assists with clerical and support activities such as typing, data entry, filing, microfilming, registration, scheduling, etc
Assists with training new personnel, prepares and presents in-service education programs if assigned
REQUIREMENTS:
High School education or GED equivalent
Training and experience in performing EKGs gained through working as a Resident EKG Technician at UWMC OR previous experience in recording electrocardiograms in a hospital setting for a minimum of six months
ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-NORTHWEST
UW Medical Center is an acute care hospital located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in six specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.
The UW Medical Center-Northwest campus offers emergency and inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical, and therapeutic care.
It is located in north Seattle on a beautiful, easy-to-access 44-acre campus that includes the neighboring Northwest Outpatient Medical Center and Specialty Care Meridian Pavilion.
Teamwork. Community. Opportunity. Become part of our team, and join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.ABOUT UW MEDICINE - WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER
UW Medicine is Washington's only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center.
UW Medicine's mission is to improve the health of the publicby advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow's physicians, scientists and other health professionals.
All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored.
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Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.