Monitor Tech
About The Position
RESPONSIBLE FOR: Possesses knowledge and ability to provide continuous ECG monitoring through assessment of EKG strips and accurate interpretation of cardiac rhythms and dysrhythmias interpretation including: measurement of P-R intervals, QRS widths, and ST segment deviations. Possesses troubleshooting skills to recognize monitoring problems, identifies probable causes, and seeks solutions to correct the problem. Responsible for maintaining inventories, supplies, hardware and telemetry transmitters in working condition and responsible for appropriately reporting malfunctions promptly as applicable.
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED is required.
- Knowledge of cardiac rhythms/basic EKG interpretation.
- Successful completion of PHC telemetry monitoring competency assessment within 30 days of hire is required.
Nice To Haves
- Certification as a Certified Cardiac Monitor Telemetry Technician (CCMTT) through the American Education Certification Association or Certified Rhythm Analysis Technician (CRAT) through Cardiovascular Credentialing International is preferred.
- One (1) year of experience as a monitor technician is preferred.
Responsibilities
- continuous ECG monitoring
- assessment of EKG strips
- accurate interpretation of cardiac rhythms and dysrhythmias interpretation including: measurement of P-R intervals, QRS widths, and ST segment deviations
- troubleshooting monitoring problems
- identifying probable causes
- seeking solutions to correct the problem
- maintaining inventories, supplies, hardware and telemetry transmitters in working condition
- reporting malfunctions promptly as applicable
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
