ED Telemetry Technician: Expert ECG Monitoring

Piedmont Healthcare; Covington (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Newton Hospital is seeking a dedicated Telemetry Monitor Technician to provide continuous ECG monitoring, assess EKG strips, and interpret cardiac rhythms. The role involves measuring P-R intervals, QRS widths, and ST deviations, with rapid troubleshooting to resolve hardware or transmission issues.

Per the listed requirements, a high school diploma or GED is required; no experience is necessary, though 1 year as a monitor technician is preferred.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• No experience required; 1 year as monitor technician preferred.
• PHC telemetry monitoring competency within 30 days required.
• CCMTT or CRAT certifications preferred or
• CRAT certifications preferred could be considered.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuous ECG monitoring and interpret EKG strips and dysrhythmias.
• Measure P-R intervals, QRS widths, and ST segment deviations.
• Troubleshoot monitoring issues and identify causes to implement solutions.
• Maintain inventories, supplies, hardware and telemetry transmitters in working condition.
• Report malfunctions promptly as applicable.

Skills

ECG interpretation

Telemetry monitoring

Troubleshooting

Inventory management

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Monitor technician certification preferred

Job description

Piedmont Newton Hospital is seeking a dedicated Telemetry Monitor Technician to provide continuous ECG monitoring, assess EKG strips, and interpret cardiac rhythms. The role involves measuring P-R intervals, QRS widths, and ST deviations, with rapid troubleshooting to resolve hardware or transmission issues.

Per the listed requirements, a high school diploma or GED is required; no experience is necessary, though 1 year as a monitor technician is preferred.