Cardiac Technician

Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing comprehensive hospital-based and outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore counties.

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Summary: The Cardiac Technician shall be responsible to assist nursing staff to monitor heart rhythms of patients on telemetry. The ability to interpret dysrhythmias and respond quickly and appropriately in the notification of nursing staff is essential. This individual is also responsible to work as a team member within the Non-Invasive Cardiology area to perform electrocardiographs.  The Technician is also responsible to prepare EKG data for physician interpretation, transcription, filing, and reporting to the medical record. This position may have additional duties assigned that are within scope of the role.

Education/Experience:

High School diploma or equivalent required. Prior training in EKG rhythm strip interpretation preferred.  Successful completion of an EKG interpretation course and able to score 85% on rhythm strip exam required within 6 weeks in position.

License/Certification:

BLS required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent knowledge of MS Office and familiarity with relevant computer software.
• Strong team leadership skills, strong organization, interpersonal, and customer relations skills.
• Must be able to meet strict deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability, and excellent organizational skills.

• Must be able to complete multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Ability to remain calm in difficult situations.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, proficient computer skills, proven track record of successful performance.
• Ability to understand complex multifactor situations and bring appropriate solutions.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.

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