Cardiac Telemetry Technician

Allegheny Health Network; Wexford (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network in the United States is seeking a telemetry monitor technician to observe, interpret, and communicate cardiac rhythms for cardiology patients under the supervision of registered nurses. You will analyze and record ECG rhythms and maintain continuous assessment on central monitors during transport, reporting changes to the RN as needed.

The role requires basic cardiac rhythm training (or completion of a dysrhythmia course) and CPR certification, with additional

Qualifications

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

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 the telemetry monitors/holders and accounts for monitor 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.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Basic cardiac dysrhythmia training or completion of a cardiac dysrhythmia training course

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

CPR – American Heart Association

EMS CMA diploma/training/experience

Job description

Allegheny Health Network in the United States is seeking a telemetry monitor technician to observe, interpret, and communicate cardiac rhythms for cardiology patients under the supervision of registered nurses. You will analyze and record ECG rhythms and maintain continuous assessment on central monitors during transport, reporting changes to the RN as needed.

The role requires basic cardiac rhythm training (or completion of a dysrhythmia course) and CPR certification, with additional