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Introduction

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) EKG Technician Part Time? At St. David's Medical Center, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

Benefits

St. David's Medical Center offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

+ Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.

+ Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.

+ Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing

+ 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)

+ Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock

+ Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.

+ Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more

+ Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts

+ Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships

+ Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)

+ Colleague recognition program

+ Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)

+ Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards)

_Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location._

You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients’ lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated EKG Technician Part Time like you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary and Qualifications

JOB SUMMARY

According to unit and hospital policies and procedures, the EKG Technician is responsible for the performance of non-invasive cardiovascular procedures. This position works closely with other healthcare team members to facilitate exceptional patient care and efficient completion of diagnostic studies while also promoting optimal unit operations and acting as a preceptor. The EKG Technician practices superior guest relation skills while maintaining a clean, efficient, and safe work environment.

GENERAL** **RESPONSIBILITIES

+ Performs non-invasive, diagnostic, cardiology procedures.

+ Transports patients to and from department as needed to complete their procedure.

+ Assists with the lifting, transferring, and positioning of patients.

+ Orders, delivers, and retrieves equipment and supplies to maintainoptimal unit functions.

+ Demonstrates a working knowledge of all of the equipment utilized in the unit.

+ Identifies life-threatening arrhythmias and/or rhythm/rate change and communicates them to the physician and/or RN in an expedient manner.

+ Demonstrates proficiency in performing the following EKG procedures: 12-18 lead EKG, Signal-Average EKG, Pediatric EKG, and Rhythm Strip evidenced by physician satisfaction

+ Documents accurate, complete, and requested information on each exam.

+ Demonstrates a working-knowledge of pertinent anatomical and physiological functions.

+ Ensures that reports are completed and on charts within 24 hours of exam completion and enters procedural charge into computer system.

+ Assists physicians with completion of examinations/studies.

+ **Participates in** **maintaining** **a safe environment.**

+ Takesappropriate action to prevent or manage accidents in the area.

+ Demonstrates the ability to use equipment safely and properly.

+ Recognizes items that require repair and initiates the proper steps required to remedy the issue.

+ Adheres to safety guidelines.

+ **Participates in unit activities and meets educational requirements.**

+ Maintains adequate levels of department supplies and utilizes supplies in an efficient manner.

+ Identifies individual responsibilities in maintaining unit operation.

+ Participates in process improvement activities for the assigned unit.

+ Attends departmental staff meetings and inservices.

+ Attends all mandatory facility meetings and inservices and completes annual mandatory education.

+ Demonstrates flexibility with work schedule to meet the needs of the department.

+ Maintains current BLS.

+ Performs other assignments as directed by the Supervisor and/or Director.

+ **Interacts using professional, open communication.**

+ Maintains confidentiality in matters relating to patient/family.

+ Communicates with patient/family with a variety of developmental and socio-cultural backgrounds.

+ Maintains professional relationships and conveys relevant information to other members of the healthcare team.

+ Initiates communication with team members about clinical priorities for care.

+ Initiates problem-solving and conflict resolution skills to foster effective work relationships with peers.

+ Relays information appropriately over telephone, pagers, and other communication devices.

What qualifications you will need:

+ Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date

+ High School Graduate / GED

St. David’s Medical Center (http://www.stdavids.com/locations/st-davids-medical-center) , part of St. David’s HealthCare, is a comprehensive medical facility with three locations: St. David’s Medical Center, Heart Hospital of Austin (http://www.stdavids.com/locations/heart-hospital-of-austin) , and St. David’s Georgetown Hospital (http://www.stdavids.com/locations/st-davids-georgetown-hospital) . Located in Central Austin, St. David’s Medical Center features a 371-bed acute care hospital and a 64-bed rehabilitation hospital, offering a wide range of inpatient and outpatient services.

The hospital provides a full spectrum of women's services, including a renowned Level IV maternity unit, maternal-fetal medicine, and a high-risk maternal and neonatal transport team. It also boasts the region’s largest Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and offers outpatient breast imaging services through Solis Mammography, which is situated on-site. Additionally, the facility includes a 24-hour emergency department and a comprehensive stroke center.

St. David’s Medical Center specializes in treating high-acuity surgical patients, offering complex procedures such as spine surgeries, total joint replacements, advanced surgical oncology, bariatric surgery, and general surgery. It is also home to the esteemed Texas Cardiac Arrhythmia Institute. The hospital has earned accreditation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as a Magnet® hospital, the highest and most prestigious distinction a healthcare organization can achieve for nursing practice and quality patient care.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our EKG Technician Part Time opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. **Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!**

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.