Effective Date: 02/22
I. JOB SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Performs EKG tests in patients on a timely basis according to prescribed procedures.
II. TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Essential: walking, stooping/bending, seeing, hearing, speaking, lifting patient from sitting to bed with nurse assistance; pushing carts with wheels at less than 50 pounds.
- Continuous: standing, walking, repetitive arm/hand motions, static gripping of an object for prolonged periods; frequent gripping of an object.
- Frequent: sitting, twisting body, finger dexterity, reaching at and below shoulder.
- Occasional: climbing stairs, walking on uneven ground; reaching above shoulders.
- Operates computer, Mac Carts, machine, electrodes, alligator system clips.
III. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Subjected to both inside and outside environmental conditions.
- Work environment is fast paced and frequently stressful due to volume of workload.
IV. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE:
- Academic background necessary to understand basic aseptic and sterile techniques and perform EKG tests.
- Current certification in BLS/HCP.
B. EXPERIENCE:
- Prior experience in patient care and EKG procedures preferred.
- Experience to demonstrate knowledge and ability to operate a computer, including knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook and Excel).
