Cardiac Monitor Technician - 12A Cardiac Telemetry - Allegheny General Hospital - Full Time

High Market Health; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated professional to monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms for patients. This role is vital in ensuring patient safety and effective communication with nursing staff. Responsibilities include continuous ECG monitoring, maintaining telemetry equipment, and responding to any changes in patient conditions. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in cardiac monitoring and a commitment to patient care. Join a team where your skills can make a significant impact on patient outcomes and contribute to a supportive healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Requires basic cardiac dysrhythmia training or course completion upon hire.
• CPR certification from the American Heart Association is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes and records ECG rhythms accurately and continuously.
• Maintains assessment of ECG rhythm and responds to changes appropriately.

Skills

Cardiac rhythm analysis

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Basic cardiac dysrhythmia training

CPR certification

Tools

Telemetry monitors

Central station monitors

Job description

Company :

Allegheny Health Network

Job Description :

GENERAL OVERVIEW

Performs continuous observation, interpretation, and communication of cardiac rhythms for cardiology patients under the supervision of the RN.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Accurately analyzes, interprets and records ECG rhythms according to procedure. (30%)
• Maintains continuous assessment of ECG rhythm at central monitor and during patient transport. Identifies changes and responds or reports to the RN as appropriate. (30%)
• Cleans and maintains telemetry monitors/holders and accounts for monitor upon patient discharge. (10%)
• Demonstrates knowledge of central station and bedside monitors. Ensures alarms are maintained at appropriate levels and settings. (20%)
• Performs other unit specific duties such as video monitoring, order entry and answering phones. (10%)
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum

• Basic cardiac dysrhythmia training or successful completion of a cardiac dysrhythmia training course upon hire is required.
• CPR – American Heart Association
• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate

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