EKG Technician - Pediatrics Cardiology

Posted:
3/16/2025, 5:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Missouri, United States ⋅ St. Louis, Missouri, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary

Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

Position provides EKGs, Holter Monitor placement and scanning tests on patients; collects and maintains patient data; maintains equipment and supplies.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Performs EKGs, transcribe interpretations and maintain EKG system.

  • Assist with Holter and Event Monitor placement, disconnection, download, shipping, interpretation and charting.

  • Assist with Stress Tests.

  • Assist in patient charting.

  • May provide backup to Heart Station front desk.

  • Schedules patient tests.

  • Assist Sonographers with patients.

  • Assist in the training of other staff members as appropriate.

Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions

  • Normal office environment.

  • Patient care setting.

  • Direct patient care setting.


Physical Effort

  • Typically standing or walking.

  • Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement (PC Typing).

  • Occasional lifting (25 lbs. or less).


Equipment

  • Office equipment.

  • Clinical/diagnostic equipment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.


Certifications:

The list below may include all acceptable certifications and issuers. More than one credential or certification may be required depending on the role.

Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, Basic Life Support - American Red Cross, Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation - American Heart Association, Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation - American Red Cross, Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation - American Trauma Event Management


Work Experience:

No specific work experience is required for this position.


Skills:

Not Applicable


Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Required Qualifications:

  • Basic Life Support certification (Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements).

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Some college or allied health field experience preferred.

  • Basic understanding of the cardiovascular system.

  • Ability to perform EKG’s, Holter Monitor placement and scanning tests.

  • Ability to interact with children and parents.

  • Basic office skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

No additional education beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.


Certifications:

No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.


Work Experience:

No additional work experience beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Skills:

Electrocardiography (EKG), Holter Monitors, Interpersonal Communication, Microsoft Office, Oral Communications, Written Communication

Grade

C03-H

Salary Range

$15.25 - $20.56 / Hourly

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [email protected] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

  • Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

  • Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

  • Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

  • WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

  • Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

  • We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

  • WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO/AA Statement

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