Monitor Technician

ATC Travelers A • Charlottesville, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Monitor Technician is responsible for continuously observing and interpreting EKG/telemetry tracings to detect deviations from a patient's normal baseline. Working closely with nurses and physicians from a distance, this critical role requires interpreting cardiac rhythms and providing prompt alerts in the event of dysrhythmias to safeguard patients in critical or step-down units.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a recognized monitor technician surveillance program/course is required upon hire.
• 1 year of experience in monitor technician surveillance within the last 5 years is accepted as a substitution for program completion.
• Candidates without a completed program must finish an approved certificate program within 90 days of hire.
• All technicians must successfully pass the Sentara Basic Arrhythmia competency tool and exam to be fully released from orientation.

Responsibilities

• Continuously observe, interpret, and evaluate EKG tracings on telemetry-monitored patients to identify cardiac abnormalities and arrhythmias.
• Immediately notify appropriate nursing and medical personnel of any dysrhythmias or alarming deviations from a patient's baseline.
• Accurately document rhythm strips, patient data, and cardiac history into the electronic health record systems.
• Operate monitoring systems to their full capacity, safely manage telemetry equipment, and troubleshoot hardware/battery issues.
• Maintain a constant focus on safety by promoting a positive patient experience and strictly adhering to patient privacy and confidentiality standards.

What This Job Offers

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