Cardiac Technician RT

Job Title: Cardiac Technician RT

Location: Clara Maass Medical Center

Department: Cardiac Catheter Lab

Req#: 0000198652

Status: Part-Time

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $40.80 - $54.38 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

The Cardiac Technician RT includes on call for emergent and urgent cases after

operational hours. Candidate will be trained in the following; Prepare patients in a timely matter for various procedures.

Work alongside physician to perform sterile procedures. Monitor hemodynamics and document during procedures.

Daily Xray checks and POCT. Assist lead tech with stocking and maintaining inventory.

Act as a preceptor

Qualifications:

Required:

Preferred:

BLS, Arrhythmia certificate preferred.

Certifications and Licenses Required (if applicable):

• N/A

Scheduling Requirements (non-exempt positions):

• 3 day work week
• Part-Time
• 27.5 Hours

Essential Functions:

• Assist in the planning and execution of all educational materials for/to patients and family members.
• Assists and performs emergency cardiac measures according to BLS and ACLS guidelines.
• Assists the cardiologist in performing routine exercise stress test/nuclear stress test, monitors EKG rhythm and reports any inappropriate responses immediately to physician such as EKG rhythm disturbances, complaints voiced by patient such as shortness of breath, chest pain, palpitations, dizziness, but not all inclusive. Terminates exercise stress testing under physician's order.
• Assists with inventory and stocking of exercise testing room.
• Assists with the maintenance of exercise stress testing machine, defibrillator, grasby pump, IVAC pump, according to departmental policy and procedures, as well as cleaning and troubleshooting of equipment. Ensures preventative maintenance is performed on applicable equipment.
• • Once patient arrives into department for testing, verifies identity of patient and accuracy of exam ordered. Prepares patient for exercise testing procedure by explanation and demonstration, if necessary, as well as prepping skin per policy and ensuring IV access is obtained and intact. Notify RN if IV access is not intact. Ensure consent is obtained.

• Performs 12 leak EKG, applies Holter Monitors in addition to scanning and generating Holter Monitor reports. Notifies abnormalities to physician.

• Performs EEG testing in the absence of the EEG tech or other qualified

• Performs technical and non-technical tasks as needed to ensure quality outcome is achieved on patients; participates in the CQI plan for the department.

• Pre-stress testing, verifies physician's order, reviews chart by evaluating the patient history and lab results to rule out any contraindications to testing. Reports any abnormal lab results of potential contraindications to physician.

• Records, files and delivers patient reports to unit/PMD/Medical Records in a timely manner.

• Utilizes hospital system to accurately schedule, register and charge

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to supports our employees' physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey-whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

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