Arrhythmia Tech

Position Summary
Applies and interprets Holter monitors, providing preliminary diagnostic evaluation of electrocardiograms and reporting findings of examinations to cardiologists for diagnosis of cardiovascular disorders.

Responsibilities
• Responsible for remote monitoring of pacemakers, defibrillators, and implanted cardiac monitors
• Responsible for TOD (tech of day) schedule, performing scheduled and walk in ECGs
• Evaluates events from mobile cardiac telemetry for life threatening or other serious arrhythmias and appropriately triages severity
• Accurately and efficiently monitors, interprets, collects, and records patient data
• Consults with cardiologist as needed to determine results for non-standard examinations
• Reviews patient record to identify any deviations from baseline cardiac profile
• Provides support to EP Physicians and nurses, assists in pacemaker lab
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function
• Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned

Requirements and Minimum Qualifications
• Associate’s degree (AA), or equivalent, from a college or technical school focusing in health sciences OR a similar combination of certification and experience in a related field required
• 1 year experience monitoring and/or interpreting heart rhythms required, with strong demonstrated ability to read cardiac arrhythmias
• Demonstrated ability to read 12-lead ECGs or; successful completion of 12-lead course within 6 months of hire
• Experience in a cardiology clinic or in-hospital cardiac setting preferred
• BLS required
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred

Working Conditions
• Must be able to maintain a sitting position
• Typical equipment used in a clinical job
• Repetitive movements

About Kootenai Health:

Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider.

As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:

• Kootenai Health offers comprehensive medical plan options, including options for fully paid employer premiums for our full-time employees. For part-time employees, we offer the same plan options with affordable part-time premiums. In addition to medical insurance, we offer many voluntary benefits ranging from dental and vision to life and pet insurance. Kootenai Health also offers well-being resources and telemedicine service options to all employees, regardless of benefit eligibility. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
• Kootenai Health’s tuition assistance program is available after 90 days. If you want to further your education, we'll help you pay for it
• Kootenai Health sponsors retirement plans for employees that enable you to save money on a pre-tax and Roth after tax basis for your retirement. Kootenai Health will match your contributions based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent.
• Competitive salaries with night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials
• An award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program. Including a MyHealth corporate team, onsite financial seminars, and coaching
• Employees receive discounts at The Wellness Bar, PEAK Fitness, and more
• Robust and interactive employee referral program
• And much more

If you strive to be an integral part of a high-quality healthcare system like Kootenai Health, we want to meet you!

Apply today! You can also contact the HR Front Desk at 208-625-4620 or email careers@kh.org with any questions.

Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.

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