Cardiology Technician I - Noninvasive Cardiac Testing, Full-Time, Days (11am - 7:30pm - Rotating Weekends)

• Company Description At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace.
• This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry.
• As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system.
• We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees.
• Ready to join our quest for better?

Job Description

Schedule: 11am - 7:30pm - Rotating Weekends The Cardiology Technician reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

Responsibilities

Performs and process quality electrocardiogram (ECG), signal average electrocardiogram, and Holter monitor, in a timely fashion to inpatient and outpatients to provide information about the electrical activity of the heart. Performs quality and accurate electrocardiograms in a timely fashion as requests are received. Processes, performs quality check, and provides preliminary interpretation on electrocardiograms transmitted into MUSE system. Perform Holter monitor application and processing. Scan and provide initial interpretation of inpatient neonate Holter monitors. Educates patients regarding all procedures. Ensure appropriate billing practices. Trains bedside and clinic staff responsible for performing 12-lead electrocardiograms. Provide basic technical support and act as a resource for all departments performing ECGs. Maintain equipment by cleaning, stocking, providing minor repairs, and arranging for more extensive equipment repair through Resource Coordinator or Manager. Skillfully communicate with physicians, patients, and other hospital personnel in a pleasant and professional manner.

Qualifications

Required: High School diploma or equivalent required. Successful completion of courses in medical terminology, electrocardiogram rhythm interpretation, anatomy, physiology or other related courses.

Preferred: 1-3 years of job-related experience Cardiovascular Technician Certification

Additional Information

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. Background Check Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act. Artificial Intelligence Disclosure Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more. Sign-on Bonus Eligibility (if sign-on bonus offered for position): Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus.

Exception

New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.

Job Shift: Day Job (1st)

Salary Range

Minimum : $23.64

Salary Range

Maximum: $31.91 Compensation: USD 23.64 - USD 31.91 - hourly