Cardiac Monitor Interpret Tech - Night Shift - .6 FTE

Mayo Clinic • Rochester, MN

3d • $23 - $32

About The Position

This position is a 0.6 FTE supporting the Heart Rhythm and Physiological Monitor Laboratory. The Cardiac Monitoring and Interpreting Technician provides surveillance, analysis, synthesis, and preliminary interpretation of patients’ heart rhythm patterns and physiological parameters at rest, during exercise, or in response to medication administration or other procedures. The technician provides direct patient care to a variety of patient populations and works collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, communicating abnormal or critical physiological responses and activating medical emergency response plans.

The role requires working knowledge of monitoring and testing devices and systems; calibrating equipment and identifying and troubleshooting equipment failures; preparing patients and equipment for testing or monitoring; assessing appropriate testing or monitoring; educating patients about procedures; and accurately recording physiological data and preliminary interpretations in multiple reporting systems.

This vacancy is not eligible for sponsorship; Mayo Clinic will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position. There is a 12-month commitment to the position, beginning after the applicant obtains the CRAT or CCT certification.

Requirements

• One of the following: high school diploma or GED and one year of healthcare experience; high school diploma or GED and two years of customer service experience; high school diploma or GED and CCT/CRAT certification or graduation from a certified ECG program; or a bachelor’s degree.
• CRAT (Certified Rhythm Analysis Technician) or CCT (Certified Cardiographic Technician) certification required within one year of hire.
• BLS certification required within three months of employment.
• Able to work collaboratively in a team setting to ensure high-quality patient care.
• Strong critical-thinking skills, ability to multitask, and flexibility with changes in workflow.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to concentrate, pay attention to detail, and remain focused for extended periods during the work shift.

Nice To Haves

• Direct patient care experience or current enrollment in a nursing or other healthcare program.
• Education aligned with a related health science field and experience in a healthcare or residential care setting.
• Basic knowledge of ECG interpretation, cardiac terminology, and cardiac medications.

Responsibilities

• Provide surveillance, analysis, synthesis, and preliminary interpretation of patients’ heart rhythm patterns and physiological parameters.
• Provide direct patient care to a variety of patient populations.
• Use monitoring and testing devices and systems; calibrate equipment and identify and troubleshoot equipment failures.
• Prepare patients and equipment for testing or monitoring and assess the appropriate type of testing or monitoring.
• Provide patient education on procedures.
• Accurately record physiological data and preliminary interpretations in multiple reporting systems.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, communicate abnormal or critical physiological responses, and activate medical emergency response plans.

Benefits

• Multiple medical plan options.
• Dental coverage through Delta Dental or a reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision plan with a national network.
• HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Competitive retirement package.
• Continuing education and advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED