Emergency Department Telemetry Tech 7P

Baptist Health; Montgomery, Northern (AL, KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health in Montgomery, AL is hiring an Emergency Department Telemetry Tech to support monitoring and interpretation of heart rhythms in the telemetry unit. The role includes ECG recording, data preparation for physician interpretation and clerical duties in the EKG area.

The position requires a high school diploma, EKG interpretation training, and BLS certification. Shifts include third shift with exposure to hospital-wide patient care duties.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior training in EKG rhythm strip interpretation preferred.
• Must complete an EKG interpretation course and score 85% on rhythm strip exam within 6 weeks in position.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing staff in monitoring patient heart rhythms on telemetry.
• Interpret dysrhythmias and notify nursing staff promptly.
• Record rhythm strips and assist with ECG activities in Non-Invasive Cardiology.
• Perform clerical operations for the EKG area including data preparation for physician interpretation, transcription, filing and reporting to the medical record.

Skills

Professional communication

Interpersonal skills

Verbal and written communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

EKG rhythm strip interpretation training

EKG interpretation course with 85% score goal

Job description

Emergency Department Telemetry Tech 7P Cardiac Technician

Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing comprehensive hospital-based and outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore counties. To learn more about Baptist Health, visit us at https://www.baptistfirst.org.

Highlights

The Cardiac Technician assists the nursing staff in monitoring the heart rhythms of patients on telemetry. The ability to interpret dysrhythmias and respond quickly and appropriately in the notification of nursing staff is essential. Some record keeping and posting of rhythm strips may be required. This position is also responsible for working as a team member within the Non-Invasive Cardiology area to perform electrocardiographs. This position is also responsible for the clerical operation of the EKG area. Clerical functions include preparation of data for physician interpretation, transcription, filing and reporting to the medical record.

Education / Experience

High School diploma or equivalent required. Prior training in EKG rhythm strip interpretation preferred. Successful completion of an EKG interpretation course and able to score 85% on rhythm strip exam required within 6 weeks in position.

License / Certification

BLS required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to interact with customers, peers, physicians, and other hospital staff in a professional manner.
• Possesses interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate appropriately, verbal or written.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

Position requires sitting for 80% of the workday and mobility 20% of the workday. There is occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching. There is frequent reaching, use of hands and repetitive action. Requires occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds, pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds. There is a continuous need for speaking with clear diction and hearing sensitivity in conversation either by phone or in person. Continuous visual acuity at close and distant range. Inside protected from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. Minimal noise levels. Much exposure to computer work. Occasional exposure to risk of electrical shock. Some exposure to infectious disease while performing job-related tasks. Some exposure to hazardous chemicals. Occasional exposure to radiation.

Primary Location

Baptist Medical Center South

Job Description

Job: Emergency Department Telemetry Tech 7P Cardiac Technician Job Type: Regular-Full time Shift: Third Shift (United States of America)

Company Recognition

Baptist Health is recognized by Forbes as one of America’s best employers in the state of Alabama.