MONITOR TECH | 7-ICT

MEDICAL WEST HOSPITAL AUTHORITY • McCalla, AL

76d

About The Position

The Cardiac Monitor Technician observes cardiac monitors and reports any significant changes or abnormal patterns of the heart rhythm to the nurse assigned to the patient.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• E.M.T. or certificate of successful completion of Basic Arrhythmia Course with a score of 85%.
• BLS certification or must obtain within 30 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Upholds the standards of nursing practice through careful and skillful observation of monitors.
• Observes central station monitors constantly.
• Recognizes changes in cardiac rhythm and reports to the assigned nurse and/or Charge Nurse.
• Observes and runs rhythm strip with every change in cardiac rhythm.
• Runs rhythm strip on each patient every four hours and at beginning of each shift.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED