Cardiac Arrhythmia Technician - 0.9 Day Shift - Henry Ford Jackson Hospital

Henry Ford Health System; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health System is seeking a Telemetry Technician to monitor EKG rhythms and manage cardiac monitoring equipment. This role requires a high school diploma and completion of an arrhythmia course. Previous healthcare experience is preferred and the ability to handle stress is crucial. Join us to contribute to patient care in a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Successful completion of an arrhythmia course with testing.
• Health care experience in roles like EKG Technician preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitors normal and abnormal EKG rhythms using telemetry equipment.
• Notifies personnel in emergency situations.
• Maintains cardiac monitoring equipment.

Skills

Competency in operating telemetry monitoring equipment

Ability to multi-task proficiently

Troubleshooting skills

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D.

Completion of an arrhythmia course

Job description

GENERAL SUMMARY: Under general supervision, monitors and identifies normal and abnormal electrocardiogram (EKG) rhythms utilizing telemetry monitoring equipment. Notifies the appropriate personnel in case of emergency. Maintains equipment associated with cardiac monitoring for all patients who are admitted, discharged or transferred. Competently operates telemetry central station monitoring equipment with knowledge of capability features.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent is required.
• Successful completion, during the introductory period, of an arrhythmia course, to include written and verbal testing which will include knowledge and skill validation.
• Demonstrates competency in operating telemetry monitoring equipment and troubleshooting.
• Previous health care experience such as EKG Technician, Medical Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician, Nursing Assistant, and/or education in cardiac monitoring preferred.
• Must be able to multi-task proficiently and operate equipment in stressful or emergent situations.

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Jackson Hospital
• Department: Telemetry Technicians
• Shift: Day Job
• Union Code: Not Applicable