Monitor Tech

Lovelace Health System•Roswell, NM

9h•Onsite

About The Position

Join our team as a night shift, full-time, Central Telemetry Monitor Technician in Roswell, NM. Why Join Us? Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being. People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and 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 Regional Hospital includes 24/7 emergency services, intensive care, inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation, and surgical and birthing services for Roswell and the surrounding community. Learn About a Day in the Life of a Monitor Technician:

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
Must complete the cardiac monitoring exam.
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 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 respond to potentially life-threatening rhythm changes, initiate codes, record rhythms during code, and 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.