Arrhythmia Tech
Job Code: 26179
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, or equivalent combination of education, certification, or experience in a related field required
- 1 year experience monitoring and/or interpreting heart rhythms with strong demonstrated ability to read cardiac arrhythmias preferred
• 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
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred
Working Conditions
- Must be able to maintain a sitting position
- Typical equipment used in a clinical job
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:
- Comprehensive medical coverage, including fully employerpaid options for eligible fulltime employees, plus affordable plans for parttime staff. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
- Dental, vision, life, and pet insurance, with telemedicine and wellbeing resources available to all employees
- Tuition assistance after 90 days to support your professional growth
- Retirement plans with pretax and Roth options and employer matching from 3%–6%
- Competitive pay, plus night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials
- Awardwinning wellness program with coaching, financial wellness resources, and free or discounted access to fitness centers and premium wellbeing apps
- PerkSpot discounts providing access to thousands of exclusive deals in over 25 categories
- And an employee referral bonus program
Kootenai Health provides exceptional support for extraordinary careers. If you want to work on a high-quality, person-centered healthcare team, we can't wait to meet you!
Apply today!
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.
Location: Kootenai Health · Kootenai Heart Clinics - Coeur d Alene
Schedule: Full Time, Days
