Lead Cardiac Monitor Interpret Tech

The Lead Cardiac Monitoring and Interpreting Technician is a technical subject matter expert that supports leadership efforts by providing training and troubleshooting support while also contributing to quality and process improvement efforts throughout the lab. Responsibilities may include supporting staffing/scheduling, timekeeping, training or orientation, and supporting other departmental initiatives. Additionally, the Lead Cardiac Monitoring and Interpreting Technician provides surveillance, analysis, synthesis and preliminary interpretation of patient's heart rhythm patterns and physiological parameters while at rest and/or during exercise and/or in response to medication administration or other impacting procedure. The Cardiac Monitoring and Interpreting Technician provides direct patient care for a variety of patient populations. Responsibilities also include a working knowledge of various monitoring/testing devices and systems, equipment calibration, identifying and troubleshooting equipment failures, preparing patients/equipment for testing and/or monitoring, assessing for appropriate type of testing/monitoring, providing patient education on procedures, and accurately recording physiological data and preliminary interpretations in multiple reporting systems. The Cardiac Monitoring and Interpreting Technician works in collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team, communicating abnormal or critical physiological responses and activating medical emergencies response plans.

*This vacancy is not eligible for sponsorship / we will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position.

Requires one of the following:

• A high school diploma or GED and a minimum of 4 years' direct care experience in a healthcare or residential care setting.

• A high school diploma or GED and Certified Rhythm Analysis Technician Certification or Certified Cardiographic Technician (CCT).

• A Bachelor's degree in a related health science field with at least 1 year of related direct care experience in a healthcare or residential care setting.

Direct patient care experience, or currently in a nursing or other health care program, is preferred. Must be able to work collaboratively and to lead others in a team setting to ensure high quality patient care. Basic knowledge of ECG interpretation, cardiac terminology and cardiac medications is preferred. Must demonstrate strong critical thinking skills, be able to multitask, and be flexible with changes in the work flow. Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Must be able to concentrate, pay attention to detail and remain focused for extended periods during the work shift.

Licensure or Certifications:

• CRAT (Certified Rhythm Analysis Technician) or CCT (Certified Cardiographic Technician) required.

• BLS certification required.