Cardiac Telemetry Specialist

Carle-Health; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Professional development

Job summary

Carle Health is seeking a Monitor Technician to observe, interpret, and document telemetry rhythms, and to communicate changes to the patient’s nurse. The role includes video monitoring of seizure patients and ensuring accurate EKG interval measurements.

You will document rhythm strips at shift start, provide end-of-shift and RN reports, and collaborate with physicians when inquiries arise. Maintenance of monitoring equipment and supplies, troubleshooting issues, and staying current with ECG

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and ability to monitor multiple rhythms
• Clear communication with RNs and physicians
• Proficiency with telemetry/video monitoring equipment
• Strong problem-solving and documentation skills

Responsibilities

• Continuously observes, evaluates, and recalls cardiac rhythms of telemetry patients.
• Effectively performs video monitoring of seizure patients.
• Accurately interprets cardiac rhythms and measures EKG intervals.
• Recognizes dysrhythmias or changes in EKG Complex promptly.
• Documents and reports rhythm changes and EKG data to the RN.
• Maintains equipment and troubleshoot to ensure optimal monitoring.
• Provides end-of-shift and rhythm reports to the RN caring for the patient on telemetry.
• Alerts staff to changes in patient behavior or activity via video monitoring.
• Keeps monitoring systems and supplies organized and functional.

Job description

Carle Health is seeking a Monitor Technician to observe, interpret, and document telemetry rhythms, and to communicate changes to the patient’s nurse. The role includes video monitoring of seizure patients and ensuring accurate EKG interval measurements.

You will document rhythm strips at shift start, provide end-of-shift and RN reports, and collaborate with physicians when inquiries arise. Maintenance of monitoring equipment and supplies, troubleshooting issues, and staying current with ECG