Telemetry Monitor Tech

Position Summary: The Telemetry Tech is responsible for continuous observation of cardiac rhythms in the Central Monitoring Room. The Telemetry Tech interprets cardiac rhythms and distinguishes between normal and abnormal rhythms. The Telemetry Tech reports cardiac rhythm information in an accurate, timely manner to nursing staff.
Position Qualifications: Minimum Education: High school or equivalent Minimum Experience: On-the-job training following successful completion of TELEMETRY MONITOR class and CPR through the education department. Additional Qualifications: After one year of experience as MONITOR TECHnician, Certification as a Certified Rhythm Analysis Technician (CRAT) through Cardiovascular Credentialing International is required. Preferred Education: Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). Medical Terminology Skills: Documentations Maintains logs with required documentation Maintains patient charts with required documentation Skills: Machine/Tools Fax machine, copier, computer, printer, office supplies, Telemetry Monitor Skills: Communication Never leave the monitoring Room unattended Seeks help from RN when needed Communicates patient with CDU and remote unit in a timely manner Notify Biomed as needed Physical Demands: Mostly sedentary work Requires strong concentration skills Lifts supplies/equipment Working Conditions: Regularly exposed to the risk of bloodborne diseases Contact with patients under wide variety of circumstances Exposed to unpleasant elements (accidents, injuries and illness) Subject to varying and unpredictable situations Handles emergency or crisis situations May perform emergency care Subject to long irregular hours Pressure due to multiple calls and inquiries