Job Description

Observes electrocardiogram (ECG) monitor and closed-circuit television (CCTV) and alert nurses and physicians to changes in the patient's rate, rhythm and the occurrence of arrhythmias.

Job Responsibility

 

* Observes cardiac and closed-circuit television monitors on patients. * Recognizes arrhythmias and obtains documentary strip. * Reports all arrhythmias to nurse responsible for patient. * Obtains a baseline strip each shift on all monitored patients. * Replaces electrode pads, wires and batteries, as needed. * Obtains EKG's as necessary. * Assures that all emergency equipment is cleaned and checked. Performs related duties, as required.

*ADA Essential Functions

 

Job Qualification

 

High School Diploma or equivalent, required. Minimum of one (1) year experience in a hospital setting functioning as a Nursing Attendant/Telemetry Technician, required. ORSuccessful completion of an Advanced Medical Technician program, required.OR Successful completion of a CCU course, required. Ability to operate cardiac monitors and EKG machine, required. Ability to communicate effectively, and follow written and/or oral instructions.

*Additional Salary Detail 
The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).