Monitor Tech

Ardent Health Services • Albuquerque, NM

22h

About The Position

Join our team as a variable shift,PRN, Central Telemetry Monitor Technician in Albuquerque, NM.
Why Join Us?
Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better
Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
People-First: We prioritize your well-being with a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.
Get to Know Your Team:
Lovelace Women’s Hospital is a 53-bed advanced neonatal intensive care unit, family care unit, an award-winning breast care center and the first robotic surgery program in the state recognized as a Center of Excellence in Robotic Surgery by Surgical Review Corporation.
Learn About a Day in the Life of a Monitor Technician:

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Skilled in a variety of software applications.
• Must complete the cardiac monitoring exam.
• Ability to demonstrate arrhythmia recognition.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree in a related field.
• One (1) year in the specialty area, rhythm recognition skill set.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced ECG monitoring with a focus on assessment of ECG strips and arrhythmia interpretation.
• May also be responsible for monitoring of alerts from patient wearable devices to include escalation to a Virtual RN.
• Possess troubleshooting skills to recognize monitoring the problems, identify probable causes, and seek solutions to correct the problem.
• Identify and responds to potentially life-threatening rhythm changes, initiate codes, record rhythms during code, continuous EKG monitoring with accurate interpretation of cardiac rhythms and dysrhythmias and interval measurements.
• Appropriately responding to all monitor alarms.
• Must be able to manage multiple technology platforms and develop collaborative relationships with other staff via remote platforms.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED