Appalachian Regional Healthcare, Inc.·Hazard, Kentucky
The Telemetry Monitor Technician continuously monitors and interprets cardiac rhythms for multiple patients to identify and communicate variances to healthcare personnel. They are also responsible for maintaining accurate patient records and troubleshooting routine technical issues with monitoring equipment.
Overview The Telemetry Monitor Technician is responsible for the continuous monitoring, interpretation, communication and documentation of cardiac rhythms, rhythm components and telemetry indicators for multiple patients.
The individual will view multiple patients’ electrocardiographic displays to monitor noninvasive cardiac activity of patients and notify appropriate healthcare personnel on variances in the electrocardiographic pattern.
These monitoring requirements will apply to Appalachian Regional Healthcare patients at a remote location across the system.
The Telemetry Monitor Technician is responsible for collaboration with clinical staff in order to establish appropriate communication with each site.
The Telemetry Monitor Technician will be responsible for troubleshooting routine technical concerns with equipment and notifying biomedical equipment individuals for non-basic repairs.
1. Monitors multiple patients’ cardiac activity on an electrocardiographic display to communicate changes in pattern to appropriate healthcare personnel and appropriately respond to alarms for safe patient care. 2. Monitors and reviews patient information to determine baseline cardiac rhythm and prior variances to accurately reflect the patient’s rhythms in the medical record for healthcare personnel’s use in determining patient care. 3. Maintains and updates records on each patient to ensure an accurate record of the patient’s cardiac activity and ensure appropriate care can be provided based on the results. 4. Troubleshoots and identifies routine technical concerns with monitoring systems to complete appropriate repairs or contact appropriate biomedical equipment individuals ensuring resolution of the concern. 5. Utilize telephone and overhead page technology to communicate with the patient care team across ARH facilities. 6. Regular attendance is required in order to carry out the essential functions of the position. 7. Reviews and meets ongoing education and competency requirements of the role to maintain the skills, knowledge and abilities to perform, within scope, role specific functions. 8. Other duties, as assigned.
Education · High school diploma or equivalent, required. · Successful completion of Electrocardiogram (ECG) Cardiac Rhythm Interpretation course within three months of hire OR a score of 85% or greater on the Cardiac Rhythm Interpretation Challenge Exam upon hire, required. · Completion of Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) course, preferred. Minimum WorkExperience · One year experience as a Telemetry Monitor Technician, preferred. · One year experience with direct patient care, preferred. Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities · Certification in telemetry monitoring or related field. · Experience in a clinical setting. · Proficiency with telemetry monitoring equipment. · Strong communication skills. · Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. · Detail-oriented with strong observational skills. · Knowledge of medical terminology. · Ability to interpret cardiac rhythms accurately. · Team player with a collaborative attitude. · Ability to remain alert and focused during long shifts. · Proficient computer skills for maintaining patient records. · Excellent problem-solving abilities. · Ability to handle high-stress situations effectively. · Commitment to continuing education and skill development. · Strong ethical standards and professional integrity.
Candidates must have a high school diploma and complete an ECG Cardiac Rhythm Interpretation course or pass a challenge exam. Certification in telemetry monitoring and experience in a clinical setting are preferred.
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