PCT-Monitor Tech - PRN
About The Position
Overview PRN (As needed basis) filling in for hours with no coverage. Our department operates Monday - Friday 8am-5pm Responsibilities 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 to maintain inventories, supplies, and hardware and telemetry transmitters in working condition and to appropriately report malfunctions promptly. The PCT-Monitor Tech, under the supervision of licensed clinical staff, provides care to patients from birth through the lifecycle, demonstrating competency with treatments, procedures and equipment appropriate to the clinical setting and hospital policy.
Requirements
- H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required
- No experience required
- BCLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required
- Successful completion of PHC telemetry monitoring competency assessment within 30 Days Required
Nice To Haves
- 1 year of patient care experience Preferred
- Certification from a Nursing Assistant or Patient Care Technician program Preferred
- Certification as a Certified Cardiac Monitor Telemetry Technician (CCMTT) through the American Education Certification Association Preferred
- Certification as a Certified Rhythm Analysis Technician (CRAT). Cardiovascular Credentialing International is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide continuous ECG monitoring through assessment of EKG strips
- Accurate interpretation of cardiac rhythms and dysrhythmias interpretation including: measurement of P-R intervals, QRS widths, and ST segment deviations.
- Recognize monitoring problems, identifies probable causes, and seeks solutions to correct the problem.
- Maintain inventories, supplies, and hardware and telemetry transmitters in working condition and to appropriately report malfunctions promptly.
- Provide care to patients from birth through the lifecycle, demonstrating competency with treatments, procedures and equipment appropriate to the clinical setting and hospital policy.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
