Cardiovascular Technician

Indiana University Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite

Job summary

Indiana University Health is seeking a Diagnostic Radiology Technologist graduate to support cardiac rhythm-based procedures, including recording and processing 12-lead ECGs and continuous rhythm monitoring.

The role involves shift scheduling (Tue, Wed, Thu 6:30p–7:00a) with holiday rotation; responsibilities include stress testing support and IV access as needed. Onsite benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• BLS certification required.
• Coursework in EKG, rhythm interpretation, anatomy or physiology preferred.
• Experience as EKG technician or related roles preferred.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to multitask and troubleshoot equipment.
• Knowledge of ECG procedures and arrhythmias.
• Ability to operate automated systems and monitor patient information.

Responsibilities

• Provide cardiac rhythm-based technical support for Non-Invasive Cardiovascular Services.
• Record and process 12-lead ECGs.
• Continuously monitor patient rhythms and report critical information.
• Review 24- and 48-hour rhythm recordings and compile physician reports.
• Support stress testing and monitor during exercise testing.
• Assist with starting IVs and drawing labs as a second-tier IV support.

Skills

BLS Certification

EKG rhythm interpretation

Multi-tasking

Communication

Education

EKG rhythm coursework

Certificate/degree in rhythm analysis or exercise physiology

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Are you an upcoming diagnostic radiology technologist graduate or recent graduate? Please apply through our pipeline requisition here:

Overview

Are you an upcoming diagnostic radiology technologist graduate or recent graduate? Please apply through our pipeline requisition here:

Schedule

Schedule is Tues, Wed, & Thurs 6:30p - 7:00a with no call/no weekends. Holiday rotation is required. The Technologist would qualify for shift differentials!

Responsibilities include cardiac rhythm-based technical support for Non-Invasive Cardiovascular Services, including recording and processing 12-lead electrocardiograms (EKG), continuous monitoring of patient cardiac rhythms and reporting of critical information (cardiac surveillance), review of 24- and 48-hour rhythm recordings and compiling reports for physician review (ambulatory monitoring). May monitor patient's rhythm and status and operating equipment during exercise testing (stress testing). May support the organization IV services by acting as a second-tier source for starting IVs and drawing labs.

• Requires Basic Life Support certification through the AHA. Other advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.
• Coursework in EKG; rhythm interpretation; anatomy; physiology or other related courses preferred.
• Experience as an EKG technician; Cardiac Surveillance Technician; Emergency Medical Technician; Cardiovascular Technician; Phlebotomist; Paramedic or equivalent position or a certificate of completion or degree related to rhythm analysis or exercise physiology or related allied health field preferred.
• Requires basic computer operations experience and some familiarity with software programs such as Word; Excel and Outlook.
• Knowledge of electrocardiograph procedures and the EKG manifestations of the entire variety of cardiac arrhythmias in order to identify and effectively communicate significant and/or life threatening cardiac rhythms preferred.
• Requires the ability to balance and manage carrying-out multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Requires ability to utilize automated menu system to manipulate; process and enhance patient information.
• Requires ability to recognize and troubleshoot equipment problems in order to ensure adequate signal and know when to request support from Clinical Engineering.

We are looking for team members who are passionate about challenging and significant work for the good of every patient. We are searching for individuals who are compassionate, serve with a purpose, are dedicated to supporting their team, and who seek excellence every day.

Benefits

• Onsite

We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.