Cardiac Monitor Technician / Night, SVH, Full Time

Highmark Health; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated cardiac monitor technician to provide essential patient monitoring services. This role involves continuous observation and interpretation of cardiac rhythms, ensuring patient safety through accurate ECG analysis and timely communication with nursing staff. The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma and basic cardiac dysrhythmia training. Join a team committed to excellence in patient care and contribute to a supportive environment that values your skills and dedication. If you're passionate about making a difference in cardiology, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Basic cardiac dysrhythmia training or course completion upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and interpret ECG rhythms accurately.
• Maintain continuous assessment of ECG rhythm during patient transport.
• Clean and maintain telemetry monitors.

Skills

ECG analysis

Cardiac dysrhythmia interpretation

Patient monitoring

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Basic cardiac dysrhythmia training

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:

1. Accurately analyzes, interprets, and records ECG rhythms according to procedure. (30%)
2. 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%)
3. Cleans and maintains telemetry monitors/holders and accounts for monitors upon patient discharge. (10%)
4. Demonstrates knowledge of central station and bedside monitors. Ensures alarms are maintained at appropriate levels and settings. (20%)
5. Performs other unit-specific duties such as video monitoring, order entry, and answering phones. (10%)
6. Performs other duties as assigned or required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum

• High school diploma or GED; or 1 to 3 months of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Basic cardiac dysrhythmia training or successful completion of a cardiac dysrhythmia training course upon hire.
• CPR – American Heart Association.

Preferred

• EMS, CMA diploma/training/experience.

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) and all data security guidelines established within the Company’s policies.

Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct, including adherence to applicable laws, rules, regulations, and policies.

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