The Lead Cardiac Monitoring and Interpreting Technician is a technical subject matter expert that supports leadership efforts by providing training and troubleshooting support while also contributing to quality and process improvement efforts throughout the lab. Responsibilities may include supporting staffing/scheduling timekeeping training or orientation and supporting other departmental initiatives. Additionally the Lead Cardiac Monitoring and Interpreting Technician provides surveillance analysis synthesis and preliminary interpretation of patients heart rhythm patterns and physiological parameters while at rest and/or during exercise and/or in response to medication administration or other impacting procedure. The Cardiac Monitoring and Interpreting Technician provides direct patient care for a variety of patient populations. Responsibilities also include a working knowledge of various monitoring/testing devices and systems equipment calibration identifying and troubleshooting equipment failures preparing patients/equipment for testing and/or monitoring assessing for appropriate type of testing/monitoring providing patient education on procedures and accurately recording physiological data and preliminary interpretations in multiple reporting systems. The Cardiac Monitoring and Interpreting Technician works in collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team communicating abnormal or critical physiological responses and activating medical emergencies response plans.
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During the selection process you may participate in an OnDemand (pre-recorded) interview that you can complete at your convenience. During the OnDemand interview a question will appear on your screen and you will have time to consider each question before responding. You will have the opportunity to re-record your answer to each question - Mayo Clinic will only see the final recording. The complete interview will be reviewed by a Mayo Clinic staff member and you will be notified of next steps.
Requires a high school diploma or GED and a minimum of 4 years direct care experience in a healthcare or residential care setting or Certified Rhythm Analysis Technician Certification or Certified Cardiographic Technician (CCT) or a Bachelors degree in a related health science field with at least 1 year of related direct care experience in a healthcare or residential care setting.
Direct patient care experience or currently in a nursing or other health care program is preferred. Must be able to work collaboratively and to lead others in a team setting to ensure high quality patient care. Basic knowledge of ECG interpretation cardiac terminology and cardiac medications is preferred. Must demonstrate strong critical thinking skills be able to multitask and be flexible with changes in the work flow. Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Must be able to concentrate pay attention to detail and remain focused for extended periods during the work shift.
Licensure or Certification:
CRAT (Certified Rhythm Analysis Technician) or CCT (Certified Cardiographic Technician) required.
BLS certification required.
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