A tab electrode includes a flexible insulative layer having a first and second opposite side terminating in a peripheral edge and having a tab defined therein inboard of the peripheral edge. A conductive member, having a first end and a second end is adhered to the first side of the insulative layer with the second end underlying the tab. A conductive gel is attached to the first end of the conductive member on a side opposite that of the flexible insulative layer. A lower insulative layer is adhered to the first side of the flexible insulative layer exposing the conductive gel and underlying the second end of the conductive member. The electrode construction is such that the second end of the conductive member extends above and away from the body of the electrode when the electrode is flexed or adhered to a curved surface such as the chest cavity of the patient. In this manner, the electrode lead can be easily and quickly fastened to the tab.