Cardiac Monitor Tech (40 hrs/days)(Temple-Jeanes Campus)

Temple University Health System • Philadelphia, PA

10h • Onsite

About The Position

Organizes the activities of the nursing unit by performing clerical, receptionist and support duties and maintaining the physical environment of the unit. Assure adequate supplies and equipment to provide care to the patients on the unit, assuring efficient bed turnover, coordinating transportation needs for inter-hospital transports, filing documents into and maintaining an orderly and comprehensive medical record for every patient. Observes patient's rhythms on telemetry monitors, continually assesses patient's baseline rhythm and communicates any changes according to department procedures. Maintains inventory of telemetry and cardiac monitoring supplies, tracks telemetry transmitters, orders supplies, assesses and reports any system malfunctions or equipment breakdowns. Submits telemetry charges and submits all appropriate records as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Successful completion of a cardiac monitoring course or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in EKG interpretation.
• Familiarity with medical terminology.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience as a telemetry technician or in a similar role.
• Certification as a Certified EKG Technician (CET) or Certified Cardiographic Technician (CCT).

Responsibilities

• Performing clerical, receptionist and support duties for the nursing unit.
• Maintaining the physical environment of the unit.
• Assuring adequate supplies and equipment for patient care.
• Ensuring efficient bed turnover.
• Coordinating transportation needs for inter-hospital transports.
• Filing documents and maintaining orderly medical records.
• Observing patient rhythms on telemetry monitors.
• Continuously assessing patient's baseline rhythm.
• Communicating any rhythm changes according to department procedures.
• Maintaining inventory of telemetry and cardiac monitoring supplies.
• Tracking telemetry transmitters.
• Ordering supplies.
• Assessing and reporting system malfunctions or equipment breakdowns.
• Submitting telemetry charges.
• Submitting all appropriate records as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED