Cardiac Monitor Tech - Telemetry Unit - Rotating

VCU Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

VCU Health in Richmond, VA is seeking a Cardiac Monitor Tech to provide continuous observation, interpretation, documentation and communication of patient cardiac rhythms across pediatric to geriatric populations. You will prepare telemetry records and maintain a functioning telemetry system.

Under RN supervision, you will interpret rhythms, document findings and report urgent changes. The role requires flexibility to rotate through all shifts, including weekends and holidays, with schedules set

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year nursing/medical assistant experience with arrhythmia interpretation.
• AHA BLS HCP certification or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interpret, document and report cardiac rhythms under RN supervision.
• Maintain telemetry records and functioning telemetry system.
• Communicate findings promptly to care team.
• Rotate through shifts including weekends/holidays as required.

Skills

Cardiac rhythm interpretation

Telemetry monitoring

Documentation

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

EMT / CNA / Medical Assistant program

Job description

The 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 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 change

Compensation Range: $17.25 - $24.12

Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.

Rotating

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