**Req Number** 187033

Job Description

Performs electrocardiograms (EKG) and other cardio graphic tests as directed by physician. Maintains and equips EKG machine and performs administrative tasks within the department. Records changes in electrical activity produced by the contraction of the heart using an EKG machine.

Job Responsibility

+ Performs EKG and pediatric EKG testing following department policies and procedures.
+ Identifies patient and assists patient in preparing for testing.
+ Applies electrodes for EKG testing according to universal standards for lead placement.
+ Applies electrodes for pediatric EKG testing to include right-sided chest leads and posterior chest leads.
+ Applies electrodes for Signal Average EKG testing according to policy and procedure.
+ Answers questions regarding procedure in order to make patient as relaxed as possible.
+ Prepares EKG machine for daily use.
+ Checks equipment and supplies, as...