Cardiopulmonary Technician/UKHC in Lexington, Kentucky at University of Kentucky
Salary: $16.20 - $24.82/hrJob Function: Skilled Labor
University of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky, 40502, United States
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University of Kentucky
Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.
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| Job Title | Cardiopulmonary Technician/UKHC |
|---|---|
| Requisition Number | RE45546 |
| Working Title | CPT |
| Department Name | H3080:Critical Care Services |
| Work Location | Lexington, KY |
| Grade Level | 06 |
| Salary Range | $16.20-24.82/hour |
| Type of Position | Staff |
| Position Time Status | Full-Time |
| Required Education | HS |
| Click here for more information about equivalencies: | https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies |
| Required Related Experience | No experience required. |
| Required License/Registration/Certification | CERTIFIED ELIGIBLE |
| Physical Requirements | This position requires regularly sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; and working in confined spaces; intermittently performing tasks with repetitive motions; and occasionally lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to or over 50 pounds; and standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds. Also involves some risk of injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials; and exposure to loud noises, cuts/punctures, blood-borne or airborne pathogens, and combative/violent people. |
| Shift | Must be able to work three 12 hour, 7pm-7am Night shifts per week with some weekends and holidays included. |
| Job Summary | The Cardiopulmonary Technician will primarily be responsible for the continuous monitoring and interpreting of cardiac physiological data, detecting and documenting any changes in heart rhythm and arrhythmias according to department standards, and reporting any problems to a registered nurse or physician. The Cardiopulmonary Technician will immediately review and validate alarms to reduce “false alarms” and improve detection of actual adverse events by providing a consistent method for EKG monitoring and enhancing patient safety. Additionally, the cardiopulmonary technician will be responsible for maintaining equipment to ensure proper function. This includes proper placement and function of all cables and monitors connected to patient. The Cardiopulmonary Technician must have a working knowledge and understanding of all models of monitors utilized, be able to perform configuration on any specific monitor, replace defective equipment, report any equipment malfunctions to initiate repair, and maintain equipment inventory. This position will serve as a resource to clinical areas as needed and the chosen candidate must maintain confidentially of patients, employees, and hospital related activities. |
| Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | The ideal candidate will have knowledge of normal heart rhythm and basic arrhythmias; organizational skills and an ability to communicate clearly and concisely; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as well as follow hospital and unit policy and procedures. |
| Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No |
| Preferred Education/Experience | 1-2 years of direct experience monitoring and interpreting cardiac physiological data preferred. |
| Deadline to Apply | 09/23/2024 |
| Our University Community | We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national check and/or drug screen. |
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- * Do you have one of the following certifications: 1.) State Registered Nursing Assistant (SRNA), 2.) Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-B or EMT-P), 3.) Military Medic, 4.) Cardiac Monitor Technician, 5.) Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or 6 Medical Assistant (RMA or CMA)?
- Yes
- No
- * Please indicate the number of paid years experience you have as a nursing care technician, State Registered Nursing Assistant (SRNA), EMT (EMT-B or EMT-P), Military Medic, Cardiac Monitor Technician, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), or Medical Assistant (RMA or CMA), in which you were directly responsible for patient care in a hospital.
- None
- More than 0, up through 1 year
- More than 1 year, up through 3 years
- More than 3 years, up through 5 years
- More than 5 years
- * How much direct experience do you have using a computer (e.g. keyboarding, data entry, and e-mail)?
- None
- More than 0, up through 2 years
- More than 2 years, up through 3 years
- More than 3 years, up through 5 years
- More than 5 years
- * Please describe your experience with monitoring patients with cardio arrhythmias.
(Open Ended Question)
- * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system?
- InsideHigherEd.com
- HigherEdJobs.com
- Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
- HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
- InsightIntoDiversity.com
- Latinosinhighered.com
- Indeed.com
- A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
- None of the Above
- AUTM.net (Assoc. of University Technology Managers)
- KyBar.org (Kentucky Bar Assoc.)
- LinkedIn.com
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Lexington, Kentucky, 40502, United States
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