CARDIAC MONITOR TECH - (Temple/Jeans Campus - 24 hours rotating)

Temple University Health System, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider seeks a dedicated Cardiac Monitor Tech to support nursing unit operations. This role involves vital functions such as monitoring patient rhythms, maintaining medical records, and ensuring the availability of necessary supplies. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in cardiac rhythm interpretation and experience in a hospital setting. Join a team committed to providing exceptional patient care and making a difference in the lives of others. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to grow in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; relevant experience may substitute for degree.
• Experience in cardiac rhythm interpretation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Organizes nursing unit activities and maintains an orderly medical record.
• Observes patient rhythms and communicates changes per department procedures.

Skills

Cardiac rhythm interpretation

Clerical duties

Patient handling

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Completed course work in medical terminology

Medical Assistant and or EKG Technician program

Tools

Telemetry monitors

Medical record management systems

Job description

Job Description - CARDIAC MONITOR TECH - (Temple/Jeans Campus - 24 hours rotating) (250589)

Organizes the activities of the nursing unit by performing clerical, receptionist and support duties and maintaining the physical environment of the unit. Assures adequate supplies and equipment to provide care to the patients on the unit, assuring efficient bed turnover, coordinating transportation needs for inter-hospital transports, filing documents into and maintaining an orderly and comprehensive medical record for every patient. Observes patient's rhythms on telemetry monitors, continually assesses patient's baseline rhythm and communicates any changes according to department procedures. Maintains inventory of telemetry and cardiac monitoring supplies, tracks telemetry transmitters, orders supplies, assesses and reports any system malfunctions or equipment breakdowns. Submits telemetry charges and submits all appropriate records as assigned.

Education

1. High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)
2. Other: Completed course work in medical terminology (Preferred)
3. Trade School: Medical Assistant and or EKG Technician program (Preferred)
4. Combination of relevant education and experience may be considered in lieu of degree.

Experience

1. General Experience in a role requiring competency in cardiac rhythm interpretation (Preferred)
2. General Experience working in a hospital environment and handling patients, or related healthcare position (Preferred)

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled