Monitor Tech

St. Tammany Parish Hospital • Covington, LA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system. We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.
Trained caregiver responsible for telemetry monitoring including rhythm strip interpretation, documentation and operation of the monitoring equipment in accordance with the standards and procedures of the hospital.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Competency with rhythm interpretation or current LA LPN licensure
• Current BLS certification through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to: Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, and American Red Cross. The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off.
• Communication skills
• Computer skills
• Time management skills

Responsibilities

• Telemetry monitoring including rhythm strip interpretation
• Documentation
• Operation of the monitoring equipment in accordance with the standards and procedures of the hospital

What This Job Offers

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