Cardiac Monitor Technician - Allegheny General Hospital - Part Time

Highmark Health; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms for patients. This role involves continuous observation, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining telemetry equipment. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in cardiac dysrhythmia and possess excellent communication skills. Join a team committed to high standards of patient care and contribute to a supportive healthcare environment where your expertise can make a significant difference in patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Completion of cardiac dysrhythmia training course required.
• CPR certification from the American Heart Association is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and interpret ECG rhythms accurately.
• Maintain continuous assessment of ECG rhythms and report changes.

Skills

Cardiac Rhythm Analysis

ECG Interpretation

Patient Monitoring

Communication Skills

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 monitors 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

Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

Compliance Requirement

This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.

As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy.

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