Monitor Tech - Central Telemetry

CHRISTUS Health•Tyler, TX

About The Position

The Monitor Tech is responsible for constant electrocardiographic monitoring, promptly and accurately notifying the appropriate RN of questionable rhythm patterns or changes, and documenting information from cardiac monitoring equipment. The role involves providing care and service to older adolescent, young adult, adult, and geriatric patients. The technician monitors ECG rhythms, maintains alarm limits according to policy, enters and discharges patient information as approved, and helps keep monitoring equipment and supplies clean, properly stored, and maintained. The role also involves communicating patient rhythm information to nurses and the Charge Nurse, supporting communication with physicians, and responding appropriately to calls and messages. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

EKG certification is required within 90 days of hire or transfer date.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Successful completion of a Monitor Tech course preferred.
Previous hospital clerical experience or equivalent training or education preferred.

Responsibilities

Monitor ECG rhythms and watch cardiac monitors constantly after receiving report.
Immediately notify the appropriate RN of rhythm changes, alarm-parameter exceedances, or dysrhythmias.
Enter patient information and approved settings into the central monitor; maintain alarm limits according to policy and discharge patients as approved by the RN.
Keep monitoring equipment clean and properly stored, use equipment and supplies with care, and demonstrate knowledge of equipment functions and supplies.
Report malfunctioning equipment to the charge nurse and clinical equipment department.
Procure new supplies as needed and inform the Unit Director of supply needs.
Punctually give and receive report on assigned patients, including current screen information and each patient's arrhythmia analysis and history.
Provide the Charge Nurse with a brief, accurate hourly summary of patient status.
Maintain a cooperative relationship with medical staff and assist nurses in informing physicians about patient ECG history.
Accept reassignments and function productively when reassigned.
Answer the phone quietly, quickly, and respectfully, and relay messages accurately.
Encourage direct discussion when staff differences occur and seek assistance to arbitrate differences as needed.
Give and accept constructive feedback appropriately.
Identify actual or potentially unsafe patient care practices, report them through the designated process, and suggest alternatives.
Perform other duties as assigned.