Cardiopulmonary Technician/UKHC
Job Summary
The Cardiopulmonary Technician will primarily be responsible for the continuous monitoring and interpreting of cardiac physiological data, detecting and documenting any changes in heart rhythm and arrhythmias according to department standards, and reporting any problems to a registered nurse or physician. The Cardiopulmonary Technician will immediately review and validate alarms to reduce “false alarms” and improve detection of actual adverse events by providing a consistent method for EKG monitoring and enhancing patient safety. Additionally, the cardiopulmonary technician will be responsible for maintaining equipment to ensure proper function. This includes proper placement and function of all cables and monitors connected to patient.
This position will serve as a resource to clinical areas as needed and the chosen candidate must maintain confidentiality of patients, employees, and hospital related activities.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
- Knowledge of normal heart rhythms and basic arrhythmias
- Strong organizational skills
- The ability to communicate clearly and concisely
- The ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
- The ability to follow hospital and unit policies and procedures
Physical Requirements
- Regularly sit at a computer workstation for extended periods of time
- Working in confined spaces
- Intermittently perform tasks with repetitive motions
- Occasionally lift, push, and/or pull objects weighing up to or over 50 pounds
- Stand or walk with objects weighing up to 25 pounds
- Some risk of injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials
- Exposure to loud noises
- Cuts/punctures
- Blood-borne or airborne pathogens
- Combative/violent people
Shift
Must be able to work three 12.5-hour shifts per week (7:00 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.). Will also be required to work some weekends and holidays.
Preferred Education/Experience
- 1-2 years of direct experience monitoring and interpreting cardiac physiological data preferred.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
- Knowledge of normal heart rhythms and basic arrhythmias
- Strong organizational skills
- The ability to communicate clearly and concisely
- The ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
- The ability to follow hospital and unit policies and procedures