Centralized Telemetry Monitor Tech — Nights

Orlando Health; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Evening/night shift differential

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Job summary

Orlando Health South Lake Hospital in Clermont, FL is seeking a Monitor Tech to support the Centralized Telemetry department on the night shift. The role involves monitoring patient rhythms, placing telemetry leads, and documenting measurements every 6 hours or as needed, following established protocols.

Responsibilities include notifying RNs of rhythm changes, maintaining central monitoring system operations, adjusting alarm settings, and coordinating with nursing staff for telemetry initiation

Qualifications

• Monitors and reviews patient information to determine baseline cardiac rhythm.
• Demonstrates competency in telemetry lead placement for accurate cardiac rhythm analysis.
• Maintains current knowledge of central monitoring system operations.

Responsibilities

• Notifies RN of rhythm changes and follows escalation protocol.
• Notifies RN if patient is off monitor and follows escalation protocol.
• Maintains alarm settings and verifies accuracy each shift.
• Delivers shift reports to provide current patient information.
• Coordinates with nursing staff to initiate/ discontinue telemetry.
• Troubleshoots central monitoring system issues and initiates repairs as needed.
• Protects patient confidentiality and adheres to policies.

Skills

Telemetry monitoring

Cardiac rhythm analysis

ECG competency

BLS certification

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Monitor Technician experience preferred

Job description

Orlando Health South Lake Hospital in Clermont, FL is seeking a Monitor Tech to support the Centralized Telemetry department on the night shift. The role involves monitoring patient rhythms, placing telemetry leads, and documenting measurements every 6 hours or as needed, following established protocols.

Responsibilities include notifying RNs of rhythm changes, maintaining central monitoring system operations, adjusting alarm settings, and coordinating with nursing staff for telemetry initiation