Cardiac Technician, Central Monitoring Unit, Full-Time, Night

UC Health•Cincinnati, OH

About The Position

UC Health is hiring a Cardiac Technician for the Central Monitoring Unit at University of Cincinnati Medical Center. The role provides basic direct patient care as delegated by clinical professional personnel, in accordance with applicable delegation rules and the technician’s education. It also provides indirect patient care by observing cardiac monitors for heart-rate or rhythm abnormalities and equipment malfunctions. Duties may include managing, collecting, cleaning, and maintaining telemetry ECG equipment used to monitor cardiac rhythms and/or SpO2. The technician may cover breaks for staff monitoring patients with telemetry orders in the acute-care setting. University of Cincinnati Medical Center is part of UC Health’s Clifton Campus and serves Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky as an academic medical center. It provides specialty and subspecialty care, conducts medical research, and houses the region’s only Level I adult trauma center.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
ACLS and BLS certifications; these may be obtained after hire.
0–6 months of experience required.

Nice To Haves

1–2 years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Engage in population-appropriate communication and provide clear treatment instructions to patients and families.
Involve families or guardians in assessment, initial treatment, and continuing care; recognize and respond appropriately to behavioral health concerns, signs of abuse or neglect, and needs related to psychological, religious, or cultural factors.
Provide culturally based, age-specific patient care and identify patient limitations, deploying interventions when necessary.
Perform treatments, administer medication, or operate equipment safely, as applicable.
Accurately record information in the appropriate logbook and record measurements and patient data.
Observe cardiac monitors for heart-rate or rhythm abnormalities and equipment malfunctions; document and communicate observed rhythms to caregivers.
Observe SpO2 and non-invasive blood pressure monitors.
Respond promptly and appropriately to emergencies according to Telemetry Policy.
Apply telemetry and SpO2 monitoring equipment to patients, accounting for age-specific factors and altered learning needs related to diminished sensory capacity.
Assist with troubleshooting signal problems and serve as a resource to the RN regarding signal quality and systems management.
Clean telemetry equipment according to unit guidelines and ensure it is tested and in proper working order for patient use.
Use proper body mechanics and universal precautions; participate in continuous quality improvement.
Communicate patient observations to the RN in a timely manner and document them appropriately; perform reception and phone duties as directed.
Maintain confidentiality and communicate effectively with patients, families, and the healthcare team.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized environment; remove equipment for cleaning, reorder and stock materials, assist with filing when time permits, and report maintenance issues.
Demonstrate helpfulness, cooperation, and respect for team members; perform other duties as assigned.