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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
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For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu.
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Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma/GED, PLUS Six (6) months direct patient care related experience.
PCT certified within three (3) months of hire (training provided).
Must pass the dysrhythmia course and maintain competency as a telemetry technician.
Preferred Qualifications:
Certified as a nursing assistant or military corpsman.
Current BLS.
Certification in the EKG or Dysrhythmia course.
Microsoft Office experience
EPIC EMR
Kronos
Additional Information:
Employees in this role must be fitted for, capable of donning, and performing routine tasks in personal protective equipment, to include N95 masks, Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPR), or Controlled Air Purifying Respirators (CAPR).
Responsibilities:
Observes the telemetry patients and patients on cardiac monitor display screens.
Documents and reports changes/abnormalities in the patients’ cardiac rhythm.
Maintains patient report log; cleans telemetry transmitters after each patient use.
Maintains a clear electrocardiogram signal and problem-solves interferences of pattern.
Runs a rhythm strip per patient at the beginning of each shift.
Monitors patients in the ICU by closed-circuit camera for unsafe behavior.
Enters all patient information in the computer as well as on the charge sheet.
Performs other duties as assigned.
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Recruitment Contact Information:
Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.