Cardiac Monitor Technician - Med/Surg - Canonsburg Hospital - Part Time
About The Position
Allegheny Health Network At AHN, employees trust working together and place patients at the center of all they do. This 9 Hospital system, a part of Highmark Health, is transforming the future of healthcare by providing highly effective services to customers, patients and communities. AHN has commitment and dedication to being inclusive, valuing fresh perspectives, and offering the best growth and educational opportunities to employees. Canonsburg Hospital Canonsburg Hospital is a recognized ANCC Pathway To Excellence® facility, known for its nursing distinction and commitment to patient care. We are also proud to be a certified Primary Stroke Center, providing crucial, specialized care to our community. Employees at Canonsburg Hospital benefit from a generous benefits package (available to full-time and part-time status employees), and a strong emphasis on professional development and shared governance, fostering a collaborative and empowering work environment. 2 West - Medical Surgical/Telemetry Unit This 40-bed unit offers both medical-surgical and telemetry capabilities, providing comprehensive care for a diverse patient population. We specialize in managing conditions across various specialties including cardiac, pulmonary, infectious disease, neurology, GI, surgical, orthopedic and more. Additionally, 2 West accommodates observation patients. You'll thrive within our collaborative team structure, working alongside dedicated RNs, LPNs, PCTs, Cardiac Monitor Technicians and Unit Secretaries, all committed to delivering exceptional patient care and supporting each other's professional development. GENERAL OVERVIEW Performs continuous observation, interpretation, and communication of cardiac rhythms for cardiology patients under the supervision of the RN.
Requirements
- Minimum BLS Certification required within facility policy.
- Basic cardiac dysrhythmia training or successful completion of a cardiac dysrhythmia training course upon hire is required.
Responsibilities
- Accurately analyzes, interprets and records ECG rhythms according to procedure.
- Maintains continuous assessment of ECG rhythm at central monitor and during patient transport. Identifies changes and responds or reports to the RN as appropriate.
- Cleans and maintains telemetry monitors/holders and accounts for monitor upon patient discharge.
- Demonstrates knowledge of central station and bedside monitors. Ensures alarms are maintained atappropriate levels and settings.
- Performs other unit specific duties such as video monitoring, order entry and answering phones.
- Performs other duties as assigned or required.
Benefits
- Employees at Canonsburg Hospital benefit from a generous benefits package (available to full-time and part-time status employees), and a strong emphasis on professional development and shared governance, fostering a collaborative and empowering work environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
