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Overview Job Title: Cardiopulmonary Technician/UKHC
Requisition Number: RE51914
Working Title: CPT
Department: H3080: Critical Care Services
Work Location: Lexington, KY
Grade Level: 06
Salary Range: $16.20-24.82/hour
Type Of Position: Staff
Position Time Status: Full-Time
Required Education: HS
Additional Information: Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience: No experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification: CERTIFIED ELIGIBLE
Physical Requirements: This position requires regularly sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; and working in confined spaces; intermittently performing tasks with repetitive motions; and occasionally lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to or over 50 pounds; and standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds. Also involves some risk of injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials; and exposure to loud noises, cuts/punctures, blood-borne or airborne pathogens, and combative/violent people.
Shift: Three 12 hour Night (7pm-7am) shifts per week with some weekends and holidays as required.
Job Summary The Cardiopulmonary Technician will primarily be responsible for the continuous monitoring and interpreting of cardiac physiological data, detecting and documenting any changes in heart rhythm and arrhythmias according to department standards, and reporting any problems to a registered nurse or physician. The Cardiopulmonary Technician will immediately review and validate alarms to reduce false alarms and improve detection of actual adverse events by providing a consistent method for EKG monitoring and enhancing patient safety. Additionally, the cardiopulmonary technician will be responsible for maintaining equipment to ensure proper function, including proper placement and function of all cables and monitors connected to the patient. The Cardiopulmonary Technician must have a working knowledge and understanding of all models of monitors utilized, be able to perform configuration on any specific monitor, replace defective equipment, report any equipment malfunctions to initiate repair, and maintain equipment inventory. This position will serve as a resource to clinical areas as needed and the chosen candidate must maintain confidentiality of patients, employees, and hospital related activities.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities The ideal candidate will have knowledge of normal heart rhythms and basic arrhythmias; strong organizational skills; the ability to communicate clearly and concisely; the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; and the ability to follow hospital and unit policies and procedures.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience 1-2 years of direct experience monitoring and interpreting cardiac physiological data preferred.
Deadline To Apply 10/23/2025
Our University Community We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. The University is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows applicable federal and state nondiscrimination laws and provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Note: The University community information has been retained from the original description where applicable.
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Overview Job Title: Cardiopulmonary Technician/UKHC
Requisition Number: RE51914
Working Title: CPT
Department: H3080: Critical Care Services
Work Location: Lexington, KY
Grade Level: 06
Salary Range: $16.20-24.82/hour
Type Of Position: Staff
Position Time Status: Full-Time
Required Education: HS
Additional Information: Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience: No experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification: CERTIFIED ELIGIBLE
Physical Requirements: This position requires regularly sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; and working in confined spaces; intermittently performing tasks with repetitive motions; and occasionally lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to or over 50 pounds; and standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds. Also involves some risk of injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials; and exposure to loud noises, cuts/punctures, blood-borne or airborne pathogens, and combative/violent people.
Shift: Three 12 hour Night (7pm-7am) shifts per week with some weekends and holidays as required.
Job Summary The Cardiopulmonary Technician will primarily be responsible for the continuous monitoring and interpreting of cardiac physiological data, detecting and documenting any changes in heart rhythm and arrhythmias according to department standards, and reporting any problems to a registered nurse or physician. The Cardiopulmonary Technician will immediately review and validate alarms to reduce false alarms and improve detection of actual adverse events by providing a consistent method for EKG monitoring and enhancing patient safety. Additionally, the cardiopulmonary technician will be responsible for maintaining equipment to ensure proper function, including proper placement and function of all cables and monitors connected to the patient. The Cardiopulmonary Technician must have a working knowledge and understanding of all models of monitors utilized, be able to perform configuration on any specific monitor, replace defective equipment, report any equipment malfunctions to initiate repair, and maintain equipment inventory. This position will serve as a resource to clinical areas as needed and the chosen candidate must maintain confidentiality of patients, employees, and hospital related activities.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities The ideal candidate will have knowledge of normal heart rhythms and basic arrhythmias; strong organizational skills; the ability to communicate clearly and concisely; the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; and the ability to follow hospital and unit policies and procedures.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience 1-2 years of direct experience monitoring and interpreting cardiac physiological data preferred.
Deadline To Apply 10/23/2025
Our University Community We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. The University is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows applicable federal and state nondiscrimination laws and provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Note: The University community information has been retained from the original description where applicable.
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