Monitor Technician

Medical University of South Carolina • Orangeburg, SC

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Monitors telemetry patients for cardiac arrhythmia and notifies nurse of changes. Continuously monitors arrhythmias and notifies staff of changes. Accurately documents rhythm strips according to unit specifications. Accurately measures and interprets cardiac rhythms. Enters patient information and data into the telemetry/computer system. Communicates rhythm interpretations to nursing staff and providers. Has access to minimal risk medications contained in kits, trays or packs associated with certain procedures, as well as IV fluids stored in patient care areas and automated dispensing units. Follows the RMC Standards of Behaviors. Performs miscellaneous and other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Certification as an EKG technician or successful completion of a telemetry program from another facility or Patient Care Technician with EKG certification required or 1 year experience or completion of our basic arrythmia within 6 months.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience as a monitor technician preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Continuously monitors arrhythmias and notifies staff of changes.
• Accurately documents rhythm strips according to unit specifications.
• Accurately measures and interprets cardiac rhythms.
• Enters patient information and data into the telemetry/computer system.
• Communicates rhythm interpretations to nursing staff and providers.
• Has access to minimal risk medications contained in kits, trays or packs associated with certain procedures, as well as IV fluids stored in patient care areas and automated dispensing units.
• Follows the RMC Standards of Behaviors.
• Performs miscellaneous and other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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