Cardiac Telemetry Technician, Days - Chicago, United States - The University of Chicago Medicine

The University of Chicago Medicine

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Chicago, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

Job Description:

Be a part of a world-class academic health-care system at
UChicago Medicine as a
Cardiac Telemetry Technician
(CTT) in the
Telemetry Hub **Department.

$1,500 Sign-On Bonus Eligible
The
Cardiac Telemetry Technician
(CTT) works under the supervision and direction of a registered nurse.

The CTT observes electrocardiogram (ECG) tracings on monitored patients, reports rhythm changes and arrhythmias to the registered nurse caring for the patient, activates Rapid Response Team (RRT) and/or the physician if needed, documents rhythms and arrhythmias, and records rhythm strips and other data per policy.

Essential Job Functions

Continuous monitoring, documentation and communication of electrocardiogram tracings on monitored patients.
Recognizes, identifies, analyzes, and documents arrhythmias, abnormal cardiac rhythms, rhythm changes and promptly reports changes to the registered nurse.
Enters patient data into arrhythmia computer system.
Sets alarm limits according to alarm parameter guidelines.
Admits, uses standby mode, and discharges patient to the monitoring system according to policy.
Configures individualization of the arrhythmia alarm as directed. Initiates telemetry documentation system.
Observes placement of monitoring leads for optimal signal.
Documents rhythm, heart rate, and intervals per policy.
Validates yellow and red level alarms and takes appropriate steps.
Notifies the nurse if this is a new alarm or change for the patient.
Reviews trends and alarm history every two (2) hours and documents per policy.
Trouble shoots central station, monitors, transmitters and patient cables.
Performs shift checks of printer and strip recorder and other associated equipment.
Ensures that all equipment is adequately maintained. Arranges repairs as necessary. Maintains equipment logs.

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or GED.
Current basic life support (BLS) healthcare provider certification (American Heart Association).
Upon hire,
successful completion of the University of Chicago electrocardiogram (ECG) course and validation test.

Preferred Qualifications

Certified Cardiographic Technician strongly Preferred
One year work experience
Knowledge of medical terminology

Position Details

Job Type/

FTE:
Full-time (0.9) ; 12-hour shifts

Shift: Days 7:00am7:00pm
Unit/Department: Telemetry Hub
CBA Code: Non-Union
No Visa Sponsorship Available

In this role, we anticipate that you will generally work approximately 36 hours per week. We anticipate that you will generally be scheduled to work 12hr shift, from approximately 7am

7pm and will not be scheduled for oncall shifts. The days of the week that you are scheduled will vary depending on the week, but we anticipate that you will be scheduled to work on weekends (Saturday and/or Sunday) only every other week.
Must comply with UCMC's COVID19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the preemployment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a preemployment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire_