Telemetry Technician 1, Full Time

University of Miami•Miami, FL

14d•Onsite

About The Position

The Telemetry Technician provides indirect patient care by continuously monitoring the telemetry of patients with continuous cardiac monitoring as ordered by a physician. The technician monitors cardiac functions, communicates findings to the assigned nurse, and promptly communicates changes in heart rhythm. The role also involves identifying and correcting monitor interference with the nurse, documenting rhythm information, maintaining alarms, retrieving stored rhythms, overseeing supplies, and reporting malfunctioning equipment. Duties may vary according to departmental needs and may include other responsibilities consistent with the role.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Successful completion of an EKG certification program.
Valid American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
Ability to collaborate with others and contribute to a team environment.
Proficiency in office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of one year of relevant experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Continuously observe cardiac rhythms on monitors during the shift.
Recognize monitor interference and correct the problem as observed by the nurse.
Recognize dysrhythmias and immediately report them to the appropriate staff.
Record monitor strips for all patients every four hours.
Document the PR interval, rate, and rhythm on recorded strips every four hours.
Ensure telemetry monitor alarms remain on at all times.
Retrieve rhythms stored in memory upon request.
Oversee supply inventory and report malfunctioning equipment.
Comply with the employee code of ethics and standards of behavior.
Follow University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguard University assets.
Communicate cardiac monitoring findings and changes in heart rhythm to the assigned nurse.