Telemetry Monitor Technician - ICU Internal Only

Ellis Medicine • Schenectady, NY

2d • $17 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

Come join our team in the critical care unit at Ellis Medicine. Ellis offers competitive pay, DAY ONE benefits, and opportunities for growth! See the job below and reach out to a recruiter for more details at: [email protected] The Telemetry Monitor Technician (TMT) is responsible for the direct continuous visualization of the rhythm surveillance monitoring system for patients with a compromised cardiac condition. They are responsible for identifying and interpreting all rhythm patterns, documenting, recording, and reporting abnormal vital signs to RN. TMT are the vigilant eyes and ears of medical team specializing in advanced telemetry systems to track patient's heart rhythms and vital signs in real time. This critical role requires a unique blend of technical proficiency, keen attention to detail and strong understanding of EKG reading. They work closely with the nurses, doctors and other healthcare professionals to properly identify any abnormalities or emergencies, ensuring timely interventions that can save lives beyond the technical skills. This position demands excellent communication, the ability to thrive in high pressure, environments and compassionate understanding of patient care.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Previous experience with nursing unit operations and medical terminology is also required.
• Previous experience as an EKG Technician, Monitor Technician or direct patient caregiver is required.
• The candidate will be required to successfully complete a critical care program for rhythm analysis. This includes how to interface with the central station monitor and arrhythmia detection system. As well as detecting and documenting normalities and abnormalities.
• Uses effective communication to communicate critical changes to the healthcare team.

Responsibilities

• The monitor tech will attend a cardiac rhythms course and be able to correctly identify all cardiac rhythms including all lethal rhythms
• The Monitor Tech. will provide direct, continuous visualization of rhythm surveillance system.
• The monitor tech will interface with the monitoring system.
• Maintains Accurate documentation of patient's rhythms
• The Monitor Tech. will communicate all rate and rhythms to the RN accurately and timely to assure prompt response.
• The Monitor Tech. will maintain current knowledge and competency in cardiac monitoring and other areas related to the position.

What This Job Offers

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