Telemetry Monitor Technician - Nights 6:00pm-6:00am

UMC Health System

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Telemetry Monitor Technician is responsible for continuous observation of all telemetry patient parameters and operations of central monitoring stations in CICU. Daily assignments may include but are not limited to: Monitor potentially life threatening risk behaviors exhibited by telemetry patients; Verbally redirect patient behaviors while notifying nursing staff for assistance. Ensures all patient information is entered into the monitoring hardware device correctly and information is documented in monitoring log. Monitors use and distribution of monitoring devices throughout the assigned unit. Functions as preceptor for new staff. All other related assigned duties.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
+ 2 years of experience working with cardiac anatomy and physiology with in depth knowledge of cardiac electrophysiology and interpretation of cardiac arrhythmias.
Basic computer skills
Basic Microsoft Office skills necessary
Able to multi-task and prioritize to meet competing deadlines
Ability to extend and maintain discretion and confidentiality when working with patients

Responsibilities

Monitor potentially life threatening risk behaviors exhibited by telemetry patients; Verbally redirect patient behaviors while notifying nursing staff for assistance
Ensures all patient information is entered into the monitoring hardware device correctly and information is documented in monitoring log
Monitors use and distribution of monitoring devices throughout the assigned unit
Functions as preceptor for new staff
All other related assigned duties