Cardiac Technician

About the role

At RWJBarnabas Health, Cardiac Technician operates and assists in the monitoring of a patient on the Cardiothoracic Stepdown Unit. As a Cardiac Technician you administer individualized, professional patient care through efficient knowledge and safe practice of cardiothoracic step down unit procedures. Joining RWJBarnabas Health means joining a community where every Cardiac Technician is encouraged to grow, contribute, and make a meaningful impact.

Responsibilities

• Assuming responsibility for patient care and monitoring before, during and after procedures under the direction and supervision of an RN.
• Executing special assignments with the unit assigned to them by the clinical director, ADPC or RN.
• Participates in quality improvement programs and inventory control.
• Using an understanding of the principles of growth and development to assess each patient's age-specific needs and provide age-specific treatment and care.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (G.E.D.)
• Certified in Phlebotomy within 3 months of hire
• Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification or Patient Care Technician certification

Pay

$21.99 - $27.75 per hour