Cardiac Monitor Technician I - F/T Days - Ben Taub Hospital

American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science is seeking a Cardiac Monitor Technician I for full-time days at Ben Taub Hospital in Houston, Texas. This entry-level role involves observing ECG patterns, notifying medical staff of abnormalities, and maintaining a high standard of patient care. Ideal candidates will have completed relevant training, exhibit strong communication and analytical skills, and be certified or willing to obtain certification within a year of hire.

Qualifications

• Education in Cardiac Monitoring or equivalent coursework.
• 1 year of work experience in patient care or cardiac monitoring preferred.
• Certification as a Rhythm Analysis Technician or Cardiographic Technician preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuous observation of ECG patterns for patients on telemetry.
• Notify nursing staff and physicians of changes in heart rhythm patterns.
• Demonstrate personal and professional effectiveness in a healthcare setting.

Skills

Communication

Analytical Skills

Medical Terminology

Mathematics

PC Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Completion of Cardiac Monitor Technician training course

Job description

Cardiac Monitor Technician I - F/T Days - Ben Taub Hospital

Cardiac Monitor Technician I - F/T Days - Ben Taub Hospital

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Job Summary

The Cardiac Monitor Technician I (CMT I) provides continuous observation of ECG patterns for patients on telemetry. The CMT I notifies appropriate nursing staff and physicians within a designated hospital unit of changes from baseline, abnormal heart rhythm patterns, and abnormal ECG interval measurements. The CMT I is competent in medical terminology and possesses technical, communication, organizational, and computer skills. The CMT I demonstrates personal and professional effectiveness.

Details

Posted: 02-Jun-25

Location: Houston, Texas

Type: Full Time

Categories

Allied Health

Internal Number: 175587

Job Summary

The Cardiac Monitor Technician I (CMT I) provides continuous observation of ECG patterns for patients on telemetry. The CMT I notifies appropriate nursing staff and physicians within a designated hospital unit of changes from baseline, abnormal heart rhythm patterns, and abnormal ECG interval measurements. The CMT I is competent in medical terminology and possesses technical, communication, organizational, and computer skills. The CMT I demonstrates personal and professional effectiveness.

Minimum Qualifications

Education/Licensure/Specialized Training:

Education: High School Diploma or GED and completion of Cardiac Monitor Technician training course or equivalent coursework (i.e. Electrocardiography course) from an accredited school or accredited online program required.

Licensure/Certification

• Certified Rhythm Analysis Technician (CRAT) or Certified Cardiographic Technician (CCT) through Cardiovascular Credentialing International preferred within 1 year of hire.
• Basic Life Support from a hospital- based American Heart Association
  
  

(AHA) or Red Cross approved program.

• Other certificates as required by unit/service.
  
  

Work Experience: One (1) year work experience in patient care or cardiac monitoring/related experience in a hospital preferred.

Equipment Operated: Area-specific.

Skills/Knowledge: Completes CBCOT modules one, two and three within the 6-week orientation.

Special Requirements

Communication Skills:

Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contact)

Other Skills

Analytical, Medical Terms, Mathematics, PC

Work Schedule: Weekends Holidays Flexible

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Non-profit Organizations

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