Cardiac Telemetry Technician - PRN (Evening/Night)

Intermountain Healthcare Inc.; Bitche; On-site; EUR 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Intermountain Health in Denver, Colorado, seeks a Telemetry Technician to support non-invasive cardiology by monitoring ECGs and maintaining telemetry equipment. This PRN role requires the ability to interpret rhythms and report changes to RNs, with emphasis on patient safety and data accuracy.

The position involves shift work with differential for evenings, nights, and weekends, and requires Basic Rhythm Certification within 90 days and BLS-HCP within 60 days.

Qualifications

• Basic Rhythm Certification, required within 90 days of hire/transfer into job as required by facility
• Must pass a basic dysrhythmia test prior to completion of orientation
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS-HCP) Certification upon hire or obtained within 60 days of hire with prior approval

Responsibilities

• Monitor Cardiac Rhythms: Continuously observe patient cardiac rhythms and ensure accurate ECG readings are maintained.
• Interpret ECG Data: Accurately interpret and report changes in ECG rhythms to the registered nurse promptly.
• Telemetry Equipment Management: Prepare, maintain, and clean telemetry equipment, including replacing batteries and ECG leads prior to patient admission and post-discharge.
• Documentation: Accurately document ECG data, including rate, rhythm, and interval measurements, in patient records to communicate ECG history for multidisciplinary review.
• Patient Tracking: Assist in tracking patient locations during off-monitor procedures, including those requiring transport to other departments, and ensure ECG rhythm visualization upon patient return.
• Crash Cart Maintenance: Implement crash cart checks as required by the facility at the beginning of each shift to ensure availability and functionality.
• Continuity of Care: Provide comprehensive patient ECG history to incoming monitor technicians to ensure seamless care transitions.
• Training and Mentorship: Assist in training new associates by sharing knowledge and skills related to telemetry monitoring and procedures.
• Admission/Discharge Log: Maintain admission and discharge logbooks to provide a backup database and support patient care continuity as required by the facility.
• Equipment Log: Maintain equipment logbooks for portable telemetry equipment as required by the facility

Skills

Teamwork

Patient Care

Communication

Telemetry Monitoring

Documentations

Patient Care Coordination

Medical Records Management

Computer Literacy

Equipment Management

Cleaning

Education

Basic Rhythm Certification

BLS-HCP Certification

Job description

Intermountain Health in Denver, Colorado, seeks a Telemetry Technician to support non-invasive cardiology by monitoring ECGs and maintaining telemetry equipment. This PRN role requires the ability to interpret rhythms and report changes to RNs, with emphasis on patient safety and data accuracy.

The position involves shift work with differential for evenings, nights, and weekends, and requires Basic Rhythm Certification within 90 days and BLS-HCP within 60 days.