Cardiac Monitor Tech - Telemetry Unit - Rotating

Virginia Commonwealth University Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University Health is seeking a Cardiac Monitor Tech for the Telemetry Unit in Richmond. The role provides continuous observation, interpretation and documentation of patient cardiac rhythms across age groups while maintaining telemetry records and ensuring system functionality.

Responsibilities include interpreting rhythms, reporting findings to nursing staff, and working within unit policies.

Qualifications

• One year nursing assistant, medical assistant experience or related health care work with arrhythmia interpretation.
• Academic health care experience is preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Preferred completion of EMT, CNA or Medical Assistant program.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuous observation, interpretation and documentation of patient cardiac rhythms.
• Maintain telemetry records and ensure functioning telemetry systems.
• Work under supervision to interpret, document and report rhythms; adjust as needed per policy.

Skills

Nursing Assistant

Medical Assistant

arrhythmia interpretation

cardiac monitoring

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

EMT/CNA/Medical Assistant program completion

Job description

## Cardiac Monitor Tech - Telemetry Unit - RotatingApplylocations: Richmond, VAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R45804The Cardiac Monitor Tech job provides continuous observation, interpretation, documentation and communication of pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patient cardiac rhythms. This role prepares and maintains telemetry records and maintains a functioning telemetry system.Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: N/A Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: AHA BLS HCP Certification or equivalent preferred Experience REQUIRED: One (1) year Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant experience or a combination of science/healthcare education and/or patient-care related work experience that included arrhythmia interpretation. Experience PREFERRED: Academic health care Experience Preferred Education/training REQUIRED: High School Diploma or equivalent Education/training PREFERRED: Completion of Emergency Medical Technician, Certified Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant Program Independent action(s) required: Functions under direction of RN in interpreting, documenting and reporting cardiac rhythms, maintaining and problem solving monitoring system; all in accordance with hospital, nursing and unit policy/procedure. Requires prior approval or guidance from supervisor for time/schedule changes, legal issues, directed care which deviates from standard, and identification of educational resources to meet developmental needs. Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A Additional position requirements: Cardiac Monitor Technicians work all three shifts, weekends and holidays. Individual shift rotation and schedules will be established with your specific Nurse Manager/Practice Manager. Schedules, including requirements of shift rotations and hours of work may be adjusted as necessary to meet staffing requirements or as is in the best interest of the work unit. Age Specific groups served:As appropriate based on unit assignment. Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate): Physical: Lifting 20-50 lbs. Activities: Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive) Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent changeRotating