Monitor Technician (EKG Technician)

Posted:
9/26/2024, 12:52:25 AM

Location(s):
Arkansas, United States ⋅ Little Rock, Arkansas, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level

Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary

Workplace Type:
On-site

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Closing Date:

10/27/2024


Type of Position:


Job Type:

Regular


Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No


Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences


The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

  • Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
  • Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
  • Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
  • Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
  • Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
  • Career Training and Educational Opportunities
  • Merchant Discounts
  • Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.  To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

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Department:

ICE | CVSL EKG Heart Station IN C


Department's Website:


Summary of Job Duties:

The Monitor Technician (Electrocardiogram (EKG) Technician) provides direct patient care to assigned patients and works as a team member of the Respiratory Care Department (Heart Station). The EKG Technician performs EKG’s throughout the hospital and outpatient clinics.


Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent 

  • Become CPR certified within the first 90 days of hire (training provided) 

  • Basic computer skills

  • Excellent communication skills, strong work ethics and accountability

Licenses, certificates, or registration:

  • Current certification or competency of EKG acquisition

Special knowledge, abilities and skills:

  • Must complete the dysrhythmia course within 90 day evaluation period and maintain competency as a telemetry technician. 

  • Must have excellent communication skills, ability to follow oral instructions, basic computer skills, strong work ethics and accountability.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Certified as a nursing assistant or military corpsman.

  • Current BLS.

  • Certification in EKG or Dysrhythmia course.

  • Microsoft Office experience.

  • EPIC EMR.

  • Kronos.


Additional Information:

Physical Requirements:

  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds

  • Employee is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; and/or visual inspection at distances close to the eyes.

Constant Physical Activity: Hearing

Frequent Physical Activity: Standing, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity: Crawling, Crouching, Sharps, Sitting, Stooping

Employees in this role must be fitted for, capable of donning and performing routine tasks in personal protective equipment to include N95 masks, Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPR) or Controlled Air Purifying Respirators (CAPR).


Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience


Required Documents to Apply:

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), Resume


Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status


Special Instructions to Applicants:


Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact [email protected] for any recruiting related questions.


All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.


Pre-employment Screening Requirements:


This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 


Constant Physical Activity:


Frequent Physical Activity:


Occasional Physical Activity:


Benefits Eligible:

Yes