Cardiac Monitoring Technician

Allina Health • Minneapolis, MN

4d • $24 - $32 • Onsite

About The Position

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career. This is an on-site position at Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Requirements

• Must meet one of the following requirements: Associate's or Vocational degree health care related OR; Successful completion of Certified Nursing Assistant Program OR; Completion of the Allina Health Nursing Assistant (CNA) program OR; 1+ years of previous direct patient care experience OR; Currently enrolled in an accredited nursing program
• Must be 17 years of age

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1+ years experience 12 lead EKG or EKG monitoring
• 1+ years knowledge in cardiac rhythms and medical terminology
• 1+ years of demonstrated computer experience preferably in electronic medical records
• Emergency Medical Tech - MN Emergency Medical Services Regulatory Board preferred upon Hire

Responsibilities

• Observes, documents and reports baseline EKG rhythm, trends and changes
• Runs and interprets EKG rhythm strips on admission, every 24 hours, in response to alarm events and when requested.
• Measures PR, QRS, QT and QTc segments.
• Provides rhythm interpretation information to all care givers/providers as needed.
• Initiates rhythm reports for patient record according to established protocol or per ordered frequency.
• Maintains quality for monitor tracings
• Ensures proper skin prep when placing telemetry leads.
• Changes lead patch every 72 hours or more frequent as needed.
• Tailors alarm settings per patient.
• Cleans and maintains telemetry equipment.
• Works with Biomed to troubleshoot and keep equipment in good working order.
• Consults with RNs as needed regarding rhythm interpretation.
• Ensures all monitoring equipment and supplies are in stock and available.
• Performs artifact free 12 lead EKGs
• Posts original tracing in patient record.
• Transmits EKG according to policies of EKG department.
• Obtains STAT EKGs immediately and communicates results to caregiver.
• Provides environment that is safe for patients, visitors and staff
• Uses equipment per department and manufacturer guidelines.
• Follows safety/security procedures for emergency and non-emergent situations.
• Orients new patients to remote monitoring and updates care boards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental
• PTO/Time Away
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term/Long-term Disability
• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
• Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree