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SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University

EKG Associate, Ambulatory Care Services, Empire Suite (Hourly/Per Diem)

SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University, New York, New York, us, 10261

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EKG Associate, Ambulatory Care Services, Empire Suite (Hourly/Per Diem)

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SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is one of the nation's leading metropolitan medical centers. As the only academic medical center in Brooklyn, we serve a large population that is among the most diverse in the world. Job Summary The Department of Ambulatory Care Services at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking an hourly/per diem TH CTS EKG Associate, Empire Suite. Under the supervision of a registered professional nurse, the EKG Tech assists in all aspects of patient care and performs all designated functions. The EKG Tech also assists in maintaining a supportive and safe environment. Duties And Responsibilities Include

Conduct cardiac Monitoring on the adult population Performs phlebotomy Practices effective Infection Control measures Performs direct nursing care activity as delegated Performs indirect nursing care activities as determined by routine assignment and unit activity Demonstrates knowledge of normal growth and development in the delivery of care to patients Responds to the changing needs of patient care areas Use problem-solving in meeting patient care and unit needs Maintains a safe and efficient work environment Obtains, records, and exchanges information on behalf of the patient Uses ethical principles to guide decisions and actions consistent with UHB’s operating goals and objectives Respect and promote Patients’ Rights Fosters/maintains positive public relations with patients, families, visitors, and staff Communicates effectively with customers, visitors, patients, and staff Represents the hospital positively by demonstrating respect and courtesy to all patients, colleagues, staff, and visitors Participates in Quality Improvement and contributes to process improvement activities Takes an active role in managing resources Plans appropriately to meet departmental objectives and takes initiatives where necessary Participates in activities to promote and foster team spirit and boost unit morale Utilizes effective skills in communicating with members of the health care team Takes an active role in personal/professional development Other duties and responsibilities as required Required Qualifications

Successful completion of training course(s) and/or certificate for electrocardiography (EKG) or electrocardiograph (ECG), and Phlebotomy High school diploma or its educational equivalent Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Associate (AHA) A satisfactory equivalent combination of experience, training and education Preferred Qualifications

One year of full-time experience providing essential treatment and patient care under professional supervision Graduate of a Patient Care Technician (PCT) Program and/or graduate of a Medical Assistant Program Work Schedule Variable Days; Variable Hours Salary Grade/Rank SL-2 Salary Range $24.00 Per hour Executive Order Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation Equal Employment Opportunity Statement SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction, and all other protected classes under federal or state laws

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