EKG Technician - Heart Monitoring Unit Internship - Full Time Nights

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EKG Technician - Heart Monitoring Unit Internship - Full Time Nights

Nebraska Medicine is seeking a dedicated individual to join our Non-Invasive Cardiology team. This is a unique entry level position for an individual who has a desire to advance to a medical career in diagnostic Cardiology and learn to analyze the electrical impulses of the heart. The Heart Monitoring Unit (HMU) Internship is a new program to train staff with little to no knowledge of cardiology to mentor and teach the skills required to become a Non-Invasive Cardiology Technologist. The HMU Internship is no cost to you while working and contributing to the Department in a meaningful capacity. Our internship role is tied to a guaranteed Non-Invasive Cardiology Technologist role in 6 months upon successful completion of the training program.

Shift Details:

• Third Shift, 6:00 PM to 6:30 AM

• Full-Time (36 hours per week)

• Three 12-hour shifts per week

• Varying days, including weekends

Why Work at Nebraska Medicine?

• Together. Extraordinary. Join a team that values your skills, delivering exceptional care through collaboration.

• Leading Health Network Work with the region's top academic health network, partnering with UNMC to transform lives through education, research, and patient care.

• Diversity and Inclusion We value diverse backgrounds and experiences, reflecting the communities we serve.

• Educational Support Enjoy up to $5,000/year in tuition assistance, a 35% discount at Clarkson College, and career advancement opportunities with covered educational costs.

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Duties: EKG Technician - Heart Monitoring Unit Internship

In this role, you'll gain hands-on experience performing adult and pediatric EKGs, applying Holter monitors, and cardiac event recorders. You'll interact directly with patients, nurses, staff, and physicians while transcribing test results into our Electronic Health Record system. This role involves self-study with provided educational materials, and you'll complete the internship by passing a series of tests, culminating in the Non-Invasive Cardiology entrance exam. On shift, you'll be expected to study between performing EKGs. All coursework is provided at no cost.

Required Qualifications: EKG Technician - Heart Monitoring Unit Internship

• High school education or equivalent required.

• Ability to work on call required.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required, must be from an American Heart Association (AHA) endorsed program (effective for new hires starting January 1, 2023 or later)

• Completion of internal training program within 6 months of hire required.

• Be prepared to test into and qualify for a Non-Invasive Cardiac Tech Role within 6 months of hire required.

Preferred/Desired Qualifications: EKG Technician - Heart Monitoring Unit Internship

• Two years' experience in EKG preferred.

• Medical experience preferred

• College courses in physiology, anatomy, and/or related subjects preferred.

• Associate of Science degree preferred.

• Graduate of an accredited school of allied health/technology preferred.

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Recruiter Contact
Sarah Placzek
splaczek@nebraskamed.com