Monitor Tech, FT Days

Kindred Healthcare • Havertown, PA

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About The Position

The Monitor Tech monitors patients’ heart rhythm patterns using telemetry equipment to detect abnormal variations. The role reviews patient information to determine normal and current rhythm patterns and prior variances, and observes cardiac monitor screens and listens for alarms to identify abnormal heart rhythm changes. The Monitor Tech maintains telemetry equipment and records, assigns transmitters and wires, sets up monitor systems for patients with telemetry orders, and promptly notifies an RN or supervisor of rhythm changes. The position requires the ability to accurately identify cardiac rhythms and understand their significance, fluent English, regular attendance, and a satisfactory score on an EKG interpretation competency test. No prior experience is required. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred, and current BLS certification is required.

Requirements

• Must read, write, and speak fluent English.
• Must have good and regular attendance.
• Must achieve a satisfactory score on an EKG interpretation competency test.
• Ability to accurately identify cardiac rhythms and understand their significance.
• Current BLS certification.
• No prior experience required.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent, including education equivalent to completion of secondary school or demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the role.
• EKG certification.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patients’ telemetry for changes in cardiac rhythms.
• Remove and clean telemetry boxes when a patient is discharged from telemetry.
• Maintain accurate records of telemetry patients.
• Immediately notify an RN or supervisor of rhythm changes.
• Assign transmitters and wires and set up monitor systems for patients with telemetry orders.
• Troubleshoot transmitters and wires and monitor systems for patients with telemetry orders.
• Stay abreast of federal, state, and local regulations for food safety and sanitation.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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