The University of Kansas Health System - Kansas City KS

Cardiac Monitor Technician (Full-time/Part-time Shift Nights Available)

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Position Title

Cardiac Monitor Technician (Full-time/Part-time Shift Nights Available)

Bell Hospital

Position Summary / Career Interest:
The Monitor Technician performs surveillance and interpretation of cardiac rhythms via telemetry monitoring for patients throughout the hospital on telemetry capable units. Performs inpatient hospital ECGs- Respond to pages for routine and STAT ECG requests in three towers of the Main Campus hospital. Performs all duties and interactions with patients and staff in a way that demonstrates professionalism and leadership. Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.

Responsibilities:
  • Assist with telemetry monitoring of patients as requested by various departments within the hospital
  • Inclusive of lead placement, changing batteries, and assigning equipment to the patient.
  • Assure that cardiac rhythm equipment and software is programmed with the appropriate patient and staff assignment information.
  • Communicate changes in patient's cardiac rhythm status to appropriate staff within identified time lines.
  • Completes cardiac rhythm interpretations on assigned patients.
  • Performs minor maintenance and cleaning of equipment and restocks supplies

*Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.

*Note: These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Required:
  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • BLS Certification
  • Must pass telemetry examine within 90 days of hire


Preferred:
  • One or more of the following : CNA, Medical Assistant, EMT or Paramedic or enrolled in Medical or Nursing school
  • Health care tech experience such as Nursing or Medical Student, EMT, Paramedic, MA, CNA


Time Type:

Job Requisition ID:
R-12911

We are an equal employment opportunity employer without regard to a person's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or genetic information.

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