Monitor Tech

ScionHealth; Havertown (Delaware County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Kindred Hospital Philadelphia - Havertown and ARU seeks an capable telemetry monitor technician to observe rhythm patterns and alarms, ensuring timely action and accurate patient records. The role supports cardiac care in a 66-bed hospital with LTAC beds and an ARU, in a district setting near major routes.

You will identify rhythm variances, respond to alarms, and assist in setup and troubleshooting of monitors while complying with applicable regulations and safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent or demonstrable ability to perform the essential functions.
• Current BLS certification required; EKG certification preferred.
• No prior professional experience required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor telemetry of patients by observing telemetry monitors for rhythm changes.
• Remove and clean telemetry boxes when patients are discharged from telemetry.
• Maintain accurate records of telemetry patients.
• Immediately notify RN or supervisor of rhythm changes.
• Assign transmitters and wires and set up the monitor system for all telemetry ordered patients.
• Troubleshoot transmitters and wires and set up the monitor system for all telemetry ordered patients.
• Stay informed of federal, state, and local regulations for food safety and sanitation.

Skills

Fluent English

Regular attendance

EKG interpretation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Current BLS certification

EKG certification

Job description

Description

Kindred Hospital Philadelphia - Havertown and Acute Rehabilitation Unit (ARU) is 66-bed hospital offering the same in depth care you would receive in a traditional hospital, but for an extended recovery period. With 57 long-term acute care (LTAC) hospital beds, we partner with your physician and offer 24-hour clinical care seven days a week so you can start your journey to wellness. Similarly, our nine-bed ARU is designed for people who have experienced the debilitating effects of an acute injury, impairment or illness. We are located in within a medical district close to Darby Creek and West Chester Pike expressway.

Job Summary

Monitors heart rhythm pattern of patients to detect abnormal pattern variances, using telemetry equipment. Review patient information to determine normal heart rhythm pattern, current pattern, and prior variances. Observes screen of cardiac monitor and listens for alarm to identify abnormal variation in heart rhythm.

Essential Functions

• Monitors telemetry of patients by observing telemetry monitors for changes in cardiac rhythms.
• Removes and cleans telemetry boxes when patient is discharged from telemetry.
• Maintains accurate records of telemetry patients.
• Immediately notifies RN or supervisor of rhythm changes.
• Assigns transmitters and wires and sets up the monitor system for all telemetry ordered
  patients.
• Troubleshoots transmitters and wires and sets up the monitor system for all telemetry ordered patients.
• Stays abreast of federal, state, and local regulations for food safety and sanitation.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Approximate percent of time required to travel:
• Must read, write and speak fluent English.
• Must have good and regular attendance.
• Satisfactory score on EKG interpretation competency test.
• Ability to accurately identify cardiac rhythms and understand their significance.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent including education equivalent to completion of secondary school or demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the role. (Preferred)

Licenses/Certification

• Current BLS certification.
• EKG certification preferred.

Experience

• No prior experience required