Non-Invasive Cardiology Technologist - Nights
About The Position
Nebraska Medicine is hiring a Non-Invasive Cardiology Technologist to support its cardiovascular services team. The role focuses on cardiac monitoring and rhythm analysis, performing EKGs and applying cardiac monitoring devices, and interacting with patients and clinical staff. This is a full-time, third-shift position at Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, Nebraska, scheduled for 36 hours per week across three 12-hour shifts, from 6:00 PM to 6:30 AM. The schedule varies, and shifts may be assigned any day Monday through Sunday, including weekends and holidays. Weekly on-call availability is required. The position requires a high school education or equivalent, successful completion of the department’s pre-hire cardiac arrhythmia recognition examination, and either completion of Nebraska Medicine’s EKG internship or at least six months of directly related telemetry or cardiac monitoring experience. Applicants must hold American Heart Association-endorsed BLS certification and obtain CCT or CRAT certification through Cardiovascular Credentialing International within 24 months of hire or transfer. Nebraska Medicine describes itself as part of a leading academic health network working with UNMC in education, research, and patient care. The organization emphasizes collaboration, dignity, and respect, and offers educational support, including tuition assistance and a Clarkson College discount.
Requirements
- High school education or equivalent.
- Successful completion of the Non-Invasive Cardiology department’s pre-hire examination assessing cardiac arrhythmia recognition.
- Either completion of the Nebraska Medicine EKG internship position or a minimum of six months of directly related telemetry or cardiac monitoring experience.
- Ability to work on call.
- Ability to work holidays.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an American Heart Association-endorsed program.
- Obtain Certified Cardiographic Technician (CCT) or Certified Rhythm Analysis Technician (CRAT) certification from Cardiovascular Credentialing International within 24 months of hire or transfer date.
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s degree with emphasis in cardiac anatomy and physiology, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience working in non-invasive cardiology in an acute care setting.
- College courses in physiology, anatomy, and/or related subjects.
- Associate of Science degree.
- Graduation from an accredited school of allied health or technology.
- Knowledge of GE Phillips telemetry, GE MUSE systems, EKG systems and carts, mobile cardiac telemetry, cardiac event recorders, and Holter monitors.
Responsibilities
- Use advanced arrhythmia recognition skills.
- Perform Holter scanning.
- Perform adult and pediatric EKGs and specialty EKGs.
- Apply Holter monitors and cardiac event recorders.
- Interact directly with patients, nurses, staff, and physicians.
- Transcribe test results into the hospital’s electronic health record.
Benefits
- Up to $5,000 per year in tuition assistance.
- 35% discount at Clarkson College.
- Career advancement opportunities with covered educational costs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
