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EKG Technician
Req #: 0000269161
Category: EKG / EEG Technician
Status: Per Diem
Shift: Day
Facility: RWJ Rahway
Department: EKG
Pay Range: $25.25 per hour
Location:
865 Stone Street, Rahway, NJ 07065
Job Title: EKG Technician
Location: RWJUH Rahway Hospital
Department Name: EKG
Req #: 0000269161
Status: Hourly
Shift: Day
Pay Range: $25.25 - $25.25 per hour
Pay Transparency:
The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.
The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidates educational background, skills and professional experience.
EKG Technician (Per Diem) - RWJBarnabas Health
At RWJBarnabas Health, EKG Technicians become part of a collaborative cardiovascular team where accuracy, compassion, and patient-centered care support timely diagnosis and exceptional clinical outcomes. This Per Diem EKG Technician role offers the opportunity to apply your cardiac diagnostic expertise in a flexible schedule while working alongside physicians and clinical professionals dedicated to delivering high-quality care. As an EKG Technician, you will play an essential role in performing diagnostic electrocardiographic testing, preparing patients for procedures, and ensuring accurate documentation that supports effective cardiac evaluation and treatment. Joining RWJBarnabas Health means joining a community where every EKG Technician is encouraged to contribute, grow, and make a meaningful impact.
A typical day for an EKG Technician may include:
- Performing technically correct 12-lead electrocardiograms (EKGs) on adolescent and adult patients, including but not limited to Code BLUE tracings, in accordance with departmental policies and established clinical protocols
- Preparing patients for cardiac diagnostic testing by explaining the test procedures, the functions of the equipment, promoting comfort, and ensuring a positive patient experience
- Transporting testing equipment directly to each patient to perform bedside EKG tracings efficiently
- Drawing blood from patients during Pre-Admission Testing (P.A.T.) once properly trained
- Editing, reviewing, and preparing EKG studies for cardiologist interpretation using the MUSE cardiac management system
- Distributing finalized EKG reports to referring physicians and inpatient clinical units to support timely patient care
- Maintaining a statistical information log of testing and patient information, and ensuring the accurate completion of all related clerical work
- Entering all procedure charges and credits accurately within the hospital information system while maintaining complete documentation
- Maintaining a sufficient supply of stock and assuming responsibility for the routine maintenance of EKG equipment
- Escalating clinical or technical issues appropriately to ensure patient safety and operational efficiency
- Protecting patient privacy by maintaining the confidentiality of all patient communications, records, and clinical information
- Collaborating with cardiologists, nurses, physicians, and other members of the healthcare team to deliver coordinated, high-quality cardiovascular care
- Performing other related duties as may be assigned to support an efficient clinical environment
This role might be for you if:
- You are detail-oriented and committed to producing accurate, high-quality cardiac diagnostic studies under varying levels of urgency (including emergency responses)
- Compassion and professionalism guide your interactions with patients, families, colleagues, and providers
- You communicate effectively and provide exceptional customer service in a fast-paced healthcare environment
- You work independently while remaining flexible and collaborative as priorities shift throughout the day
- Strong organizational skills help you manage both clinical tasks and clerical documentation with accuracy and efficiency
- Patient safety, confidentiality, and quality care are central to your approach
- You value teamwork and enjoy contributing to a collaborative clinical environment
Qualifications:
- Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Certification: EKG Certification required
- Experience: Minimum of one (1) year of experience performing EKG studies required
- Setting: Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a healthcare-related field within a hospital or physicians office setting required
- Training: Successful completion of all required healthcare system orientation programs upon hire
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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