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Heart Monitoring Unit Internship

Kickstart your career in diagnostic cardiology with Nebraska Medicine!

This is a paid, on-the-job internship designed for motivated individuals who want to grow into a Non-Invasive Cardiology Technologist role. No prior experience is required, and all coursework is provided at no cost.

Shift Details - Please Read Carefully

• Available Schedules:

• Full-Time Nights: Three 12-hr shifts (6:00 PM - 6:30 AM) on varying days including weekends

• Full-Time Days: Three 12-hr shifts (6:00 AM - 6:30 PM) on varying days including weekends

Important: You must have full flexibility each week. Schedules are assigned generally a month in advance, but we cannot accommodate recurring conflicts (classes, another job, or ongoing personal obligations). On-call shifts will be required once you transition to the NICard Tech role.

Start as an EKG Technician While You Train:

• Perform inpatient and outpatient EKGs (attaching electrodes, operating EKG machines)

• Apply, troubleshoot, and educate patients on Holter monitors and other cardiac devices

• Work in clinical settings that may include exposure to body fluids, open wounds, or patients in acute distress

Learning & Career Advancement:

• Begin learning telemetry interpretation and cardiac rhythm recognition

• Complete structured educational materials and self-study supported by mentorship

• Balance clinical duties with study time; progress is measured through knowledge-based tests

Advance to the Non-Invasive Cardiology Technologist role:

• Primarily technical, detail-oriented, computer-based work

• Observe cardiac rhythms, document changes, and escalate concerns

• Face-to-face patient interaction ~10-20% of the time (performing EKGs, Holter/event monitors, patient education)

Learn More: My Job In A Minute: EKG Tech - Nebraska Medicine

Note: This video highlights the tasks interns perform. The long-term NICard Tech role involves additional responsibilities and less direct patient care than shown in this video.

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.

• Dignity and Respect: We value all 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.

Be part of something extraordinary at Nebraska Medicine!

Duties:

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:

• 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:

• 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.

Recruiter Contact

Sarah Placzek

[email protected]