Cardiac Monitor Technician - Full Time Night
About The Position
The Monitor Technician is responsible for on-going surveillance and advanced ECG interpretation for critical care and telemetry patients. The Monitor Technician observes cardiac monitors, identifies, calculates, interprets, documents, and communicates information regarding cardiac rhythms to nursing staff and/or clinicians. Identifies, interprets, documents, and responds to potentially life-threatening rhythm changes. Initiates emergency response by calling on an emergency phone line or initiates a code blue or rapid response if necessary per policy. This position provides cardiac and pulse oximetry surveillance via telemetry in all age ranges exclusive of neonates.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to perform the basic skills and procedures designated for Monitor Techs
- Adaptable in changing situations and work assignments
Nice To Haves
- Successful completion of EKG Technician course/certification.
- One (1) year of clinical experience.
Responsibilities
- Clinical Competency.
- Documentation of Patient Care.
- Interdisciplinary Continuity of Care.
- Customer Satisfaction.
- Management of the Environment of Care.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Accepts an assignment on another station when requested by leadership for support of the overall patient care program.
- Participates in performance improvement (PI) activities as assigned.
- Provides PI monitoring, results, and recommendations.
- Complies with patient care/documentation practices targeted for improvement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
