About the Role
Observing and interpreting patients' heart monitors and checking for abnormalities, including irregular heartbeats, arrhythmias, and cardiac arrest.
Attaching electrodes to patients' bodies and recording electrical impulses from the heart to perform EKGs.
Using hospital equipment and medical technology to perform various tests on patients' hearts, such as stress tests.
Recognizing and responding to any abnormal conditions in patients' heartbeats.
Interpreting test results and reporting any changes in heart readings or EKGs to the Doctor or Nurse in charge of the affected patient.
Updating patients' records with all readings taken from the heart monitors or EKGs.
Cleaning and maintaining heart monitors and EKG machines.
Reporting any necessary equipment repairs in a timely manner.
May assist with the training of new staff in medical monitoring systems.
Requirements
High school diploma or GED.
An EKG or monitor technician associate's degree, diploma, or certification preferred.
A minimum of 1 year's experience in medical monitoring or a related field preferred.
CPR certification.
The ability to remain calm in stressful environments.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
Excellent technical skills for hospital equipment and medical software.
Great communication and multi-tasking skills.
About the Company
Opened in 1992 as a medical contracting company First Quality Medical Management Inc., provided Cardio-Pulmonary services to various healthcare settings in Southern California and even the South Florida area. We've expanded to provide other necessary medical and ancillary services to various location throughout Southern California.