EKG Monitor Technician

Houston Methodist is looking for an experienced and reliable EKG Monitor Technician to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will be patient-focused and have a passion for providing the highest quality of care to patients. To be successful in this role, you must have excellent communication skills, an attention to detail, and be able to work in a fast-paced environment with a positive attitude.The EKG Monitor Technician will be responsible for the maintenance and use of electrocardiogram (EKG) equipment, including Holter monitors, and the efficient operation of the EKG department. In addition, the technician will be responsible for the accurate and timely transmission of all data to the appropriate personnel.The successful candidate will possess a high school diploma or equivalent, at least one year of experience working in the EKG department of a hospital setting, and a valid EKG Monitor Technician certification. The ideal candidate will also demonstrate a strong commitment to patient care and demonstrate excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities of an EKG Monitor Technician include:

1. Monitor and maintain electrocardiogram (EKG) equipment, including Holter monitors.
2. Ensure the efficient operation of the EKG department.
3. Accurately and timely transmit all data to the appropriate personnel.
4. Provide excellent patient care.
5. Demonstrate excellent communication skills.
6. Maintain accurate records and documentation.
7. Communicate effectively with other members of the healthcare team.
8. Follow all safety protocols and procedures.
9. Work in a fast-paced environment with a positive attitude.
10. Maintain a clean and organized workspace.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a EKG Monitor Technician in Sugar Land, TX, USA is between $27,000 and $50,000. The salary range may vary depending on the experience level of the technician, the size of the employer, and the location of the job.

Houston Methodist Hospital is the flagship quaternary care hospital of Houston Methodist academic medical center. Located in the Texas Medical Center in Houston, Texas, Houston Methodist Hospital was established in 1919 during the height of the Spanish influenza epidemic as an outreach ministry of Methodist Episcopal Church. Houston Methodist comprises eight hospitals, an academic institute, a primary care group, and more than 300 locations throughout greater Houston. The hospital has consistently ranked as "One of America's Best Hospitals" according to U.S. News & World Report. The hospital has earned worldwide recognition in multiple specialties including cardiovascular surgery, cancer, epilepsy treatment and organ transplantation. Houston Methodist System changed its official name to Houston Methodist in 2013.