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Durham, North Carolina
Durham, North Carolina
Posted: 05-Mar-26
Location: Durham, North Carolina
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Internal Number: 266944
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Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The largest of the four Duke Healthhospitals with 1062 patient beds, it features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.
EKG Technician I
Duke University Hospital - Durham, NC
Schedule: 12?hour shifts (3 shifts/week) with day-night rotation
Make a Difference in Cardiac Care at Duke Health
At Duke Health, you?ll be part of a nationally recognized academic health system where compassionate care, teamwork, and innovation come together. As an EKG Technician I, you?ll play a critical role in supporting patient care by accurately capturing and managing electrocardiographic data-often in fast?paced, high?impact clinical settings.
This role is ideal for individuals who are detail?oriented, calm under pressure, and passionate about supporting life?saving cardiac care.
Position Summary
The EKG Technician I assists with the operation of electrocardiograph (EKG) equipment to record the electrical activity of the heart. This role supports diagnostic and emergency cardiac care by preparing patients, obtaining accurate EKG recordings, and ensuring proper documentation, coding, and distribution of results. The EKG Technician I also serves as a member of the cardiac arrest response team, assisting during emergency situations in accordance with Duke Health policies and procedures.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with the operation of electrocardiograph equipment to obtain accurate EKG recordings
- Prepare patients for EKG testing by explaining procedures and properly placing electrodes on arms, legs, and chest
- Enter patient demographic and clinical information into EKG systems accurately
- Remove electrodes following procedures and apply appropriate billing charges
- Assist with reviewing EKGs for technical quality and heart rate accuracy
- Mount, code, distribute, record, and file EKG results for physician interpretation
- Support emergency situations, including participation on the cardiac arrest team
- Clean, adjust, and perform routine maintenance on EKG equipment to ensure proper functionality
- Perform other related duties as assigned to support patient care and departmental operations
Required Qualifications
Education
- High School Diploma or GED required
Experience
- No prior experience required
Licensure / Certification
- None required at time of hire
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, families, and healthcare team members
- Strong customer service skills with a tactful and courteous approach
- Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
- Attention to detail with accountability for accuracy and timeliness
- Ability to work effectively in high?pressure and emergency situations
- Basic computer skills and comfort working with electronic systems
Why Duke Health?
- Be part of a leading academic health system known for excellence in patient care, research, and education
- Gain valuable hands?on clinical experience in cardiac diagnostics and emergency response
- Opportunities for career growth and advancement within Duke Health
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and paid time off
- A collaborative, inclusive, and mission?driven work environment
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