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Children’s Research Fund

ECG Technician Sr. - PRN

Children’s Research Fund, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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* Performs roles of ECG level I technician* Engages in advanced department initiatives (Holter Scanning, PaceArt, Research).* Efficiently and effectively communicate with EP physicians regarding critical Holter results and complex testing scans.* Demonstrates clinical competence by working independently and consistently providing high quality electrocardiology diagnostic services in a manner that assures patient safety and assists in diagnosis and treatment of the patient on and off site.* Recognizes demographic errors and assures accurate processing of ECG data.* Recognizes dangerous arrhythmias, sinus tachy/brady, and contacts cardiologist.* Processes charges and assures hospital and physician charges, and diagnosis coding are accurate.* Issues, applies and tracks Holter and transtelephonic event recorders.

Instructs patients, caregivers and house staff in their use.

Performs all associated paperwork and accurately logs procedure.* Documents Holter and event timeline in Epic.* Receives, tracks and processes faxed and outreach ECG and Holters.* Takes inventory, determines inventory projection and contacts Lead Tech.* Tracks, maintains, and performs quality and functional checks on equipment.

Contacts HTM or manufacturers as warranted.* Attends departmental and divisional meetings and seminars as requested.* Adheres to all hospital policies associated with confidentiality, customer service, Continuous Quality Improvement, and Infection Control.* Performs job functions adhering to service principles with customer service focus of innovation, service excellence and teamwork to provide the highest quality care and service to our patients, families, co-workers and others.* Mentors new team members, proactively training and guiding ECG level staff toward career growth* Partners with department lead to enhance service line and workflows, proactively communicating and collaborating with team lead.* Stays up to date on process changes, updates to the lab through email, team meetings and educational seminars* Acts as a resource for students, ECG Techs, Residents, Fellows in pediatric electrocardiology.* Preparation and/or delivery of training & educational presentations to students, peers, healthcare workers, or others in the form of an in-service, CEU, Peer review 1 time per year* Receives positive feedback from performance appraisal about experience and skill. Demonstrating the ability to set and accomplish a yearly goal within the division and/or department.* Supports ECG services at the main campus and Lincoln Park as assigned.* Other job functions as assigned.* High school diploma or equivalent. Associates degree and/or Certified Nurse Assistant preferred.* Minimum 2 years’ experience in pediatric ECG, demonstrating ability to evaluate advanced pediatric arrhythmias and basic pacemaker function required* Demonstrates proficiency in advanced arrhythmia identification* Certified Cardiographic Technician (CCT) certification required.* Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with Hospital/department staff and parents/patients* Ability to travel among various nursing units and outpatient facilities.* Basic Life Support Certification required.At Lurie Children’s, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children’s offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the following

to learn more about our benefits.* Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability* Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage* Tuition assistance* Student loan servicing and support* Adoption benefits* Backup Childcare and Eldercare* Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members* Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities* Discount purchasing programAnn & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. #J-18808-Ljbffr