Monitor Tech - Telemetry Surveillance PT, Nights

Prisma Health • Greenville, SC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Monitor Tech observes cardiac monitors to identify abnormal heart rhythms under the supervision of a registered nurse. The role is based in a centralized monitoring environment that monitors patients across multiple departments. The Monitor Tech reports rhythm changes and transmission or system problems according to policy, manages and distributes transmitter boxes, documents monitor strips, completes telemetry summary reports, and supports a clean, organized monitoring area. The position also triages and logs incoming calls and contributes to staff training and development.

After hire, the employee must attend a formal arrhythmia training class and pass the Prisma Health Arrhythmia exam with a minimum passing score within two attempts and within 30 days of hire. Arrhythmia competencies must be maintained annually while working in a monitor tech role.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• No previous experience required.
• Attend formal arrhythmia training after hire and pass the Prisma Health Arrhythmia exam with a minimum passing score within two attempts and within 30 days of hire.
• Maintain arrhythmia competencies annually when working in a monitor tech role.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Observe cardiac monitors and report cardiac rhythm changes according to policy.
• Receive report from the previous shift and document strips according to policy.
• Manage and distribute transmitter boxes, and ensure they are returned to the surveillance center promptly after telemetry monitoring is discontinued.
• Report poor transmission and related problems to appropriate units and personnel.
• Report telemetry system failures to designated personnel and departments.
• Complete telemetry summary reports according to policy guidelines.
• Triage incoming phone calls, provide appropriate information calmly and concisely, and log calls.
• Maintain adequate supplies and keep monitoring areas and equipment clean and organized.
• Participate in training and the continuing development of new staff.
• Attend required educational programs, in-services, and meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED