Telemetry Technician
Hennepin Healthcare•Minneapolis, MN
•Onsite
About The Position
Monitors heart rhythm patterns for identified patient care areas using telemetry equipment. Analyzes rhythm intervals, watches for acute rhythm changes, and communicates with nursing regarding patient telemetry status changes. Performs additional unit support duties under the direction of the unit manager/designee.
Requirements
- EMT certification OR Successful completion of paramedic clinical rotations OR Medical assistant with ECG or stress test experience OR Minimum of one semester of nursing or medical school OR An approved combination equivalent combination of education and experience
- Excellent verbal expression and written communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize, organize, and efficiently perform job functions in a fast paced environment
- Computer and clerical skills
- Knowledge of medical terminology
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Telemetry monitoring and EKG interpretation
- Acute healthcare experience preferred
- Related college/vocational preparation preferred
Responsibilities
- Interprets telemetry rhythms, monitors for changes, and notifies RN of patient telemetry status changes
- Recognizes and troubleshoots equipment malfunction
- Exhibits critical thinking skills and appropriate judgments in decision making and actions related to alarm parameters, antiarrhythmic detection, and rhythm quality
- Maintains knowledge and skill level in all aspects of telemetry equipment and monitoring
- Assists in emergency situations as directed by nursing and/or medical staff
- Follows procedure for correct patient identification
- Performs routine and complex telemetry monitoring procedures within established guidelines
- Reviews patient information to determine normal heart rhythm pattern, current pattern, and prior variances
- Informs nurse of variances to initiate examination of patient
- Measures length and height of patients rhythm pattern on graphic tape readout using calipers and posts information on the appropriate documentation form/EHR
- Supports unit with communication and other operational duties as delegated by the manager/designee
- Organizes assigned work and accurately completes workload
- Communicates with departments when needed to ensure an orderly, efficient, and timely workflow
- Under direction of the manager, helps in the training/orientation of new employees
- Readily accepts changes in assignment and demonstrates flexibility in altering workflow and/or job responsibilities
- Communicates effectively and works collaboratively with the unit charge nurses, staff nurses, RRT/Flyer, and physicians
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
