Cardiac Technician in Livingston, New Jersey at RWJBarnabas Health

Job Title: Cardiac Technician

Location: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Ctr

Department Name: Cardio Thoracic ICU

Req #: 0000256318

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $52.72 - $52.72 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

Join the elite Cardio Thoracic ICU team at Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston, NJ, as a Cardiac Technician providing critical bedside support to patients recovering from open-heart surgeries. In this role, you will work closely under the direct supervision of Registered Nurses to monitor patients, perform specialized clinical tasks, and help manage the post-operative recovery environment. This is an exceptional opportunity to advance your clinical skill set and build a rewarding career alongside top-tier medical experts at one of the premier hospitals in New Jersey.

Qualifications

Required:

• Active Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.
• Successful completion of cardio thoracic step-down unit technician orientation modules, classes, or clinical work.
• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (G.E.D.).

Preferred:

• Previous clinical experience assisting post-operative or ICU-level patients.
• Strong familiarity with hospital telemetry systems and medical equipment maintenance.

Scheduling Requirements

• Days to Work: Flexible schedule as required by the unit.
• Status: Per Diem (PD) Day

Essential Functions

• Assumes direct responsibility for patient care and monitoring before, during, and after procedures under the direction and supervision of an RN for Post-Open Heart procedures.
• Performs bedside Electrocardiograms (ECGs) and accurate glucometer readings.
• Executes full admission setups specifically tailored for incoming Post-Open Heart admissions.
• Assists post-operative patients with early mobility and ambulation in collaboration with the nurse and physical therapist.
• Maintains the unit environment by restocking specialized supplies and managing equipment for Post-Open Heart patients.
• Executes special clinical or administrative assignments within the unit as assigned by the Nurse Manager.

Benefits and Perks

At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to:

• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• Retirement Plans
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Planning Support
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Community and Volunteer Opportunities
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and 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.