Telemetry & Cardiac Rhythm Care Technician

Socket.dev; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

UnityPoint Health in Cedar Rapids is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support telemetry monitoring and patient care. The role includes cross-training to cover unit secretary duties and to assist with medication transport as needed.

The incumbent will interpret EKG rhythms, maintain infection control, and communicate findings to the care team while documenting in the EMR. A basic rhythm course and BLS certification are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Basic rhythms course training within 3 months from date of hire.
• Current BLS certification or obtain within 3 months from date of hire.

Responsibilities

• Interpret, store, and print EKG rhythms from an electronic platform.
• Assist PCT/US with patient care or clerical duties to support department operations, including transport of non-controlled medications.
• Adhere to infection prevention standards when cleaning and disinfecting portable telemetry monitors and accessories.
• Communicate effectively with health care team about abnormal EKG rhythms and real-time EMR documentation; perform shift handover.
• Apply Comfort Theory and CARE concepts in professional practice.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Rhythms training (basic rhythms course)

BLS certification

Tools

EMR knowledge

Job description

UnityPoint Health in Cedar Rapids is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support telemetry monitoring and patient care. The role includes cross-training to cover unit secretary duties and to assist with medication transport as needed.

The incumbent will interpret EKG rhythms, maintain infection control, and communicate findings to the care team while documenting in the EMR. A basic rhythm course and BLS certification are required.