EKG Certification required and Medical Assistant Certification preferred. Current AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) American Heart Association certification ...
EKG Certification required and Medical Assistant Certification preferred. Current AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) American Heart Association certification ...
Who We Are UCI Health is one of California's largest academic health systems and the clinical enterprise of the University of California, Irvine. Established on July 1, 1976, UCI Health has grown ...
Who We Are UCI Health is one of California's largest academic health systems and the clinical enterprise of the University of California, Irvine. Established on July 1, 1976, UCI Health has grown ...
Who We Are UCI Health is one of California's largest academic health systems and the clinical enterprise of the University of California, Irvine. Established on July 1, 1976, UCI Health has grown ...
Who We Are UCI Health is one of California's largest academic health systems and the clinical enterprise of the University of California, Irvine. Established on July 1, 1976, UCI Health has grown ...
UCI Health Cardiovascular Center EKG Technologist UCI Health is one of California's largest academic health systems and the clinical enterprise of the University of California, Irvine. Established on ...
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UCI Health Cardiovascular Center EKG Technologist UCI Health is one of California's largest academic health systems and the clinical enterprise of the University of California, Irvine. Established on ...
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Minimum three years of EKG experience in the acute care setting * Knowledge of complex cardiac arrhythmias * Experience in recognition of arrhythmia * Current BLS certification * Ability to read ...
Minimum three years of EKG experience in the acute care setting * Knowledge of complex cardiac arrhythmias * Experience in recognition of arrhythmia * Current BLS certification * Ability to read ...
Minimum three years of EKG experience in the acute care setting * Knowledge of complex cardiac arrhythmias * Experience in recognition of arrhythmia * Current BLS certification * Ability to read ...
Minimum three years of EKG experience in the acute care setting * Knowledge of complex cardiac arrhythmias * Experience in recognition of arrhythmia * Current BLS certification * Ability to read ...
Unit Ambassador
Irvine, CA · On-site
The Unit Ambassador at City of Hope plays a vital role in providing clerical support and ensuring the continuous monitoring of patients' EKG waveforms in a centralized monitoring station. This ...
Unit Ambassador
Irvine, CA · On-site
The Unit Ambassador at City of Hope plays a vital role in providing clerical support and ensuring the continuous monitoring of patients' EKG waveforms in a centralized monitoring station. This ...
Unit Ambassador
Irvine, CA · On-site
The Unit Ambassador at City of Hope plays a vital role in providing clerical support and ensuring the continuous monitoring of patients' EKG waveforms in a centralized monitoring station. This ...
Unit Ambassador
Irvine, CA · On-site
The Unit Ambassador at City of Hope plays a vital role in providing clerical support and ensuring the continuous monitoring of patients' EKG waveforms in a centralized monitoring station. This ...
Unit Ambassador
Irvine, CA · On-site
$22.73 - $30.72/hr
The Unit Ambassador at City of Hope plays a vital role in providing clerical support and ensuring the continuous monitoring of patients' EKG waveforms in a centralized monitoring station. This ...
Unit Ambassador
Irvine, CA · On-site
$22.73 - $30.72/hr
The Unit Ambassador at City of Hope plays a vital role in providing clerical support and ensuring the continuous monitoring of patients' EKG waveforms in a centralized monitoring station. This ...
Unit Ambassador
Irvine, CA · On-site
$22.73 - $30.72/hr
The Unit Ambassador at City of Hope plays a vital role in providing clerical support and ensuring the continuous monitoring of patients' EKG waveforms in a centralized monitoring station. This ...
Unit Ambassador
Irvine, CA · On-site
$22.73 - $30.72/hr
The Unit Ambassador at City of Hope plays a vital role in providing clerical support and ensuring the continuous monitoring of patients' EKG waveforms in a centralized monitoring station. This ...
Manager of Med/Surg/Telemetry
$136K - $198K/yr
Basic EKG/tele interpretation experience required OR completing a Basic EKG class within six months of employment
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Manager of Med/Surg/Telemetry
$136K - $198K/yr
Basic EKG/tele interpretation experience required OR completing a Basic EKG class within six months of employment
Basic EKG/tele interpretation experience required OR completing a Basic EKG class within six months of employment
Basic EKG/tele interpretation experience required OR completing a Basic EKG class within six months of employment
Manager of Med/Surg/Telemetry - Full Time -Wildomar, California to $183,580
Wildomar, CA · On-site
$126K - $183K/yr
Basic EKG/tele interpretation experience required OR completing a Basic EKG class within six months of employment If you are interested in pursuing this opportunity, please respond back and include ...
Manager of Med/Surg/Telemetry - Full Time -Wildomar, California to $183,580
Wildomar, CA · On-site
$126K - $183K/yr
Basic EKG/tele interpretation experience required OR completing a Basic EKG class within six months of employment If you are interested in pursuing this opportunity, please respond back and include ...
Unit Secretary/Monitor Technician, Emergency
Upland, CA · On-site
$23 - $32.61/hr
Successful completion of a basic EKG course or Basic EKG can be challenged with a passing of 80% or greater on exam. Experience: One year experience as Unit Secretary or completion of Unit Secretary ...
Unit Secretary/Monitor Technician, Emergency
Upland, CA · On-site
$23 - $32.61/hr
Successful completion of a basic EKG course or Basic EKG can be challenged with a passing of 80% or greater on exam. Experience: One year experience as Unit Secretary or completion of Unit Secretary ...
Unit Secretary/Monitor Technician, Emergency
Upland, CA · On-site
$23 - $32.61/hr
Successful completion of a basic EKG course or Basic EKG can be challenged with a passing of 80% or greater on exam. Experience: One year experience as Unit Secretary or completion of Unit Secretary ...
Unit Secretary/Monitor Technician, Emergency
Upland, CA · On-site
$23 - $32.61/hr
Successful completion of a basic EKG course or Basic EKG can be challenged with a passing of 80% or greater on exam. Experience: One year experience as Unit Secretary or completion of Unit Secretary ...
Staff Nurse RN - SICU
Upland, CA · On-site
$47.90 - $71.84/hr
Current nursing license, state of California, American Heart Association (AHA) BLS & ACLS, Basic EKG course or passing of 80% or greater on exam to be completed within orientation period and ...
Staff Nurse RN - SICU
Upland, CA · On-site
$47.90 - $71.84/hr
Current nursing license, state of California, American Heart Association (AHA) BLS & ACLS, Basic EKG course or passing of 80% or greater on exam to be completed within orientation period and ...
Staff Nurse RN - SICU
Upland, CA · On-site
$47.90 - $71.84/hr
Current nursing license, state of California, American Heart Association (AHA) BLS & ACLS, Basic EKG course or passing of 80% or greater on exam to be completed within orientation period and ...
Staff Nurse RN - SICU
Upland, CA · On-site
$47.90 - $71.84/hr
Current nursing license, state of California, American Heart Association (AHA) BLS & ACLS, Basic EKG course or passing of 80% or greater on exam to be completed within orientation period and ...
Cardiac Catheterization Lab, RN
Upland, CA · On-site
$47.90 - $71.84/hr
Current nursing license, state of California, American Heart Association (AHA) BLS & ACLS, Basic EKG course or passing of 80% or greater on exam to be completed within orientation period. One year ...
Cardiac Catheterization Lab, RN
Upland, CA · On-site
$47.90 - $71.84/hr
Current nursing license, state of California, American Heart Association (AHA) BLS & ACLS, Basic EKG course or passing of 80% or greater on exam to be completed within orientation period. One year ...
Staff Nurse RN - SICU
Upland, CA · On-site
$47.90 - $71.84/hr
Current nursing license, state of California, American Heart Association (AHA) BLS & ACLS, Basic EKG course or passing of 80% or greater on exam to be completed within orientation period and ...
Staff Nurse RN - SICU
Upland, CA · On-site
$47.90 - $71.84/hr
Current nursing license, state of California, American Heart Association (AHA) BLS & ACLS, Basic EKG course or passing of 80% or greater on exam to be completed within orientation period and ...
Cardiac Catheterization Lab, RN
Upland, CA · On-site
$47.90 - $71.84/hr
Current nursing license, state of California, American Heart Association (AHA) BLS & ACLS, Basic EKG course or passing of 80% or greater on exam to be completed within orientation period. One year ...
Cardiac Catheterization Lab, RN
Upland, CA · On-site
$47.90 - $71.84/hr
Current nursing license, state of California, American Heart Association (AHA) BLS & ACLS, Basic EKG course or passing of 80% or greater on exam to be completed within orientation period. One year ...
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| Aspect | Ekg Technician | Phlebotomist |
|---|---|---|
| Certifications | EKG certification, CPR | Phlebotomy certification, CPR |
| Work Environment | Hospitals, clinics, cardiology labs | Hospitals, clinics, blood donation centers |
| Job Focus | Performing electrocardiograms to monitor heart activity | Drawing blood samples for testing |
| Common Employer | Cardiology departments, hospitals | Laboratories, hospitals, clinics |
While both Ekg technicians and phlebotomists work in healthcare settings and require CPR certification, their roles differ. Ekg technicians focus on performing electrocardiograms to assess heart health, whereas phlebotomists specialize in drawing blood samples for laboratory testing. Both roles are essential in patient diagnostics but serve distinct functions within medical teams.
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Universal Health Services rating
6.8
Based on 253 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
492nd of 887 rated healthcare providers
Job description
Come and join the RMC Family!
We have been in the community since 1935. Our mission is to provide comprehensive multi-specialty medical services in the greater Riverside region. Your passion, inspiration, and talents are invaluable to us and our mission to serve others. Our facility can provide a place for you to thrive and continue your professional development. Quality Healthcare is our passion, improving lives is our reward. We are working to change lives and transform the delivery of healthcare. Riverside Medical Clinic is the best place to work, practice medicine, and receive care.
SUMMARY: Performs any non-invasive cardiac test available through the Cardiac Testing Center as well as a variety of cardiac procedures at a skilled technical level. Assists Physician/RN in other duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
HOURS: 8:30AM- 5:30PM
Qualifications
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or general education degree required. Minimum one-year clinical background required, with knowledge of cardiac procedures, such as EKG, stress treadmill, and basic arrhythmia. Medical terminology preferred. Completion of an approved electro-cardio graphic techniques course required.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS: EKG Certification required and Medical Assistant Certification preferred. Current AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) American Heart Association certification required.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Essential functions are those tasks, duties and responsibilities that comprise the means of accomplishing
the job’s purpose and objectives. Essential functions are critical or fundamental to the performance of the
job. They are the major functions for which the person in the job is held accountable. Note: (other
duties may be assigned, deleted or changed at any time, at the discretion of management, formally, or
informally, either verbally or in writing).
1. Thorough knowledge of test data to ensure safe and accurate completion.
2. Promptly report preliminary reports of abnormal findings of moderate to severe
consequences as it pertains to the medical wellbeing of the patient.
3. Responsible for assistance and recognition of an emergency that may arise in the
department or at a patient’s bedside (i.e. Code Blue, etc).
4. Responsible for maintenance of patient data and compiling test results for permanent
records.
5. Utilizes order entry system to access orders and complete exams
6. Utilizes order entry system to access orders and complete orders.
7. Maintain work area in a clean and orderly manner
8. Demonstrate an understanding of the RMC policies and procedures, and interact with
patients, physicians, staff, and visitors in a way that demonstrate caring and that reflect the
RMC mission and philosophy
This opportunity offers the following:
Challenging and rewarding work environment
Growth and Development Opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
Competitive Compensation
About Universal Health Services
One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com
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Universal Health Services (UHS) is a major player in the healthcare industry, based in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, U.S. Founded in 1978, UHS offers hospital and healthcare services. Their diverse services range from acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities and ambulatory centers nationwide. The company's mission of enhancing the health and well-being of their patients is reflected in their commitment to 'Helping Individuals Live Longer, Healthier and Happier Lives'. Universal Health Services' consistent growth and success in their industry have been recognized on numerous occasions, including being ranked amongst the Fortune 500 list of largest companies.
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Health care and social assistance
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
King of Prussia, PA, US