Job Description

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Closing Date:

09/25/2026

Type of Position:

Clinical Staff - Nursing

Job Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

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):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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 preference, 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.

Department:

ICE | NRSL EKG Heart Station IN C

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The Monitor Technician (Electrocardiogram (EKG) Technician) provides direct patient care to assigned patients and works as a team member of the Respiratory Care Department (Heart Station). The EKG Technician performs EKG’s throughout the hospital and outpatient clinics.

Qualifications:

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.
• Become CPR certified within the first 90 days of hire (training provided)
• Basic computer skills
• Excellent communication skills, strong work ethics and accountability

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified as a nursing assistant or military corpsman.
• Current BLS.
• Certification in EKG or Dysrhythmia course.
• Microsoft Office experience.
• EPIC EMR.
• Kronos.
• Current certification or competency of EKG acquisition

Special knowledge, abilities and skills:

• Must complete the dysrhythmia course within 90 day evaluation period and maintain competency as a telemetry technician.
• Must have excellent communication skills, ability to follow oral instructions, basic computer skills, strong work ethics and accountability.

Additional Information:

Job Requirements:

• 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; and monitors patients in the ICU by closed camera for unsafe behavior.
• Enters all patient information in computer as well on charge sheet.
• Perform other duties as needed

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants:

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.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry, Substance Abuse Testing

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.

Constant Physical Activity:

Hearing

Frequent Physical Activity:

Crawling, Crouching, Feeling, Grasping, Kneeling, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:

N/A

Benefits Eligible:

No