Cardiac Monitor Tech - Acute Care - Days

VCU Health • South Hill, VA

6d • $17 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

The Cardiac Monitor Tech job provides continuous observation, interpretation, documentation and communication of pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patient cardiac rhythms. This role prepares and maintains telemetry records and maintains a functioning telemetry system.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• One (1) year Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant experience or a combination of science/healthcare education and/or patient-care related work experience that included arrhythmia interpretation.
• AHA BLS HCP Certification or equivalent preferred

Nice To Haves

• Academic health care Experience Preferred
• Completion of Emergency Medical Technician, Certified Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant Program

Responsibilities

• Continuous observation, interpretation, documentation and communication of pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patient cardiac rhythms.
• Prepares and maintains telemetry records.
• Maintains a functioning telemetry system.
• Functions under direction of RN in interpreting, documenting and reporting cardiac rhythms, maintaining and problem solving monitoring system; all in accordance with hospital, nursing and unit policy/procedure.

Benefits

• Three 12 hour shifts 7a - 7:30p to include every 3rd weekend.
• Individual shift rotation and schedules will be established with your specific Nurse Manager/Practice Manager.
• Schedules, including requirements of shift rotations and hours of work may be adjusted as necessary to meet staffing requirements or as is in the best interest of the work unit.

What This Job Offers

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