Telemetry Technician-PT-Progressive Care Unit

Luminis Health • Lanham, MD

23d • $18 - $26

About The Position

Contributes to the provision of high quality, cost-effective health care as an integral member of the patient focused care team. Responsible for monitoring patient cardiac rhythms via telemetry monitoring system;

Requirements

• Must successfully complete cardiac rhythm interpretation exam.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• American Heart Association Healthcare Providers BLS

Responsibilities

• Observes and documents cardiac rhythms in all patients; differentiates irregular rhythms from regular rhythms, and premature beats from escape beats.
• Notifies RN of rate and rhythmic changes following established criteria and guidelines.
• Documents rhythm strips every 8 hours, or whenever rhythm changes occur. Calculates heart rate, measures cardiac cycle intervals (PR, QRS, QT), and interprets rhythm.
• Identifies correct functioning of pacemakers and notifies RN whenever malfunctions occur, following established guidelines.
• Maintains telemetry equipment and supplies. Changes telemetry batteries and telemetry pouches as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Retirement Plan w/employer contribution.
• Paid Time Off.
• Employee Tuition Assistance Benefits.
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Employer Paid Holidays, Disability, and Life/AD&D for full time employees
• Wellness Programs/Employee Assistance Programs and more
• Retirement Plan (with employer match for employees who work more than 1000 hours in a calendar year)
• Paid Holidays, Disability, and Life/AD&D for full-time employees

What This Job Offers

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