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Posted: 10-Oct-24
Location: Durham, North Carolina
Salary: Open
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Internal Number: 249042
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About Duke Regional Hospital
Pursue your passion for caring with Duke Regional Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which ranks as the number four hospital in the Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina area, accordingto U.S. News and World Report for 2023-2024. Duke Regional Hospital is the second largest of Duke Health's three hospitals and offers a comprehensive range of medical, surgical, and diagnostic services, including orthopedics, weight-loss surgery, women's services, and heart and vascular services.
Occ Summary
Assist with the operation of electrocardiograph equipment to record the electromotive variations in heart muscle actions ;assist in the coding, filing and distribution of EKG data. Perform as a member of the cardiac arrest team, obtaining ECG record of events; assist emergency situations by initiating and/or assisting in emergency procedures prescribed by hospital policies.
Work Schedule
Per diem, day shift or evening shift
6:30am - 3:00pm or 3:00pm - 11:00pm
Weekend and holidays as needed
Work Performed
* Assist with the operation of electrocardiograph equipment to record the electromotive variations in heart muscle actions. *Prepare patient for electrocardiogram by explaining testing procedures and fastening electrodes to specific areas of arms, legs, and chest. *Assist in entering patient information into electrocardiograph including history number and patient's name. *Remove electrodes, add billing charge to requisition slip; assist with review of electrocardiogram for technical acceptability and rate. *Assist in mounting electrocardiograms for interpretation by physician; assist in coding and distributing EKG data; record and file information relating to tests performed. *Assist with cleaning, adjusting and performing routine maintenance on equipment to ensure proper functioning. *Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Establish and maintain effective working relationships. Deal tactfully and courteously with the public. Understand and follow oral and written instructions. Accept responsibility for accuracy and responsiveness. Work under pressure. Basic computer skills.
Level Characteristics
N/A
Minimum Qualifications
Education
High School Graduate or GED.
Experience
N/A
Degrees, Licensures, Certifications
N/A
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