Cardiac Rhythm Telemetry Technician

Allegheny Health Network; Canonsburg (Washington County); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Telemetry Technician to perform continuous observation, interpretation, and communication of cardiac rhythms for cardiology patients under the supervision of the RN in Canonsburg, PA.

Responsibilities include analyzing and recording ECG rhythms, monitoring central monitors, maintaining alarms, and assisting with unit duties such as video monitoring, order entry, and phones as needed. Valid BLS and rhythm training are required on hire.

Qualifications

• BLS certification required within facility policy.
• Basic cardiac dysrhythmia training or completion of a cardiac dysrhythmia training course upon hire is required.

Responsibilities

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

Education

BLS Certification

Basic cardiac dysrhythmia training

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Telemetry Technician to perform continuous observation, interpretation, and communication of cardiac rhythms for cardiology patients under the supervision of the RN in Canonsburg, PA.

Responsibilities include analyzing and recording ECG rhythms, monitoring central monitors, maintaining alarms, and assisting with unit duties such as video monitoring, order entry, and phones as needed. Valid BLS and rhythm training are required on hire.