Technician, Cardiology

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Department

• Observes cardiac monitors to maintain consistent knowledge of any changes in monitor patterns and any potential lethal or dangerous dysrhythmias. Does not leave monitors unattended.
  (10%)
• Notifies units promptly of changes to the patient's rhythm according to the telemetry guidelines. (10%)
• Assists staff and physicians with reviewing monitor data.
  (10%)
• Obtains and post rhythm strips on admission in patient records, once per shift or per unit policy, and more frequently if ordered by appropriate upper level management staff member.
  (10%)
• Admits patients to the monitoring system, setting alarms per nursing staff directions or based on protocol, adjusting gain, and setting proper lead(s). (10%)
• Liaisons between all units that provide cardiac / telemetry monitoring. (10%)
• Responds to critical situations efficiently and with a sense of urgency. (10%)
• Orients new staff.
  (10%)
• Participates in the Peer Review Process. (5%)
• Performs complete system check at the beginning of every shift to include alarms, dysrhythmia analysis and patient identification. (15%)

• Post High School Diploma or Certificate Program Completed a certificate program or Associates Degree in a field that focuses on cardiovascular technologies preferred. Required or
• High School Diploma or GED High School or GED plus successful completion of telemetry course.

• 1-3 years Typically, one year experience in a health care setting providing patient service or equivalent based on a combination of experience and education. Required

• Effective skills in communication, problem solving, interpersonal relationships and prioritization.
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers and understand directions.
• Ability to consistently function in an environment that includes varying, unpredictable, or crisis circumstances, while exercising appropriate interpersonal and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to monitor all patients placed on telemetry monitoring.

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Benefits

• Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year, immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5%, and generous medical plans

• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)

• On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes

• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more

• Tuition reimbursement & assistance

• Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching

• Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program

• National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer

Our Values

• Respect

• Belonging

• Accountability

• Transparency

All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made.

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver's 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, a Public Health Institute, an HMO and The Denver Health Foundation.

As Colorado's primary, and essential, safety-net institution, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided billions in uncompensated care for the uninsured. Denver Health is viewed as an Anchor Institution for the community, focusing on hiring and purchasing locally as applicable, serving as a pillar for community needs, and caring for more than 185,000 individuals and 67,000 children a year.

Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.

Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community.

Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.