Monitor Tech- Central Monitoring

Piedmont; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Atlanta Hospital is seeking a Telemetry Monitor Technician to provide continuous ECG monitoring, interpret cardiac rhythms, and ensure equipment is functioning properly. The role emphasizes prompt problem identification and reporting to maintain high uptime.

Ideal candidates have a HS diploma or GED, with no experience required and familiarity with telemetry systems. Certifications are preferred to enhance competency within 30 days.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide continuous ECG monitoring and interpret cardiac rhythms and dysrhythmias.
• Troubleshoot monitoring problems and promptly report malfunctions.
• Maintain inventories, supplies, hardware and telemetry transmitters in working condition.

Skills

Troubleshooting

ECG interpretation

Telemetry monitoring

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Telemetry equipment

Job description

Overview

Possesses knowledge and ability to provide continuous ECG monitoring through assessment of EKG strips and accurate interpretation of cardiac rhythms and dysrhythmias interpretation including: measurement of P-R intervals, QRS widths, and ST segment deviations. Possesses troubleshooting skills to recognize monitoring problems, identifies probable causes, and seeks solutions to correct the problem. Responsible for maintaining inventories, supplies, hardware and telemetry transmitters in working condition and responsible for appropriately reporting malfunctions promptly as applicable.

Overview

Possesses knowledge and ability to provide continuous ECG monitoring through assessment of EKG strips and accurate interpretation of cardiac rhythms and dysrhythmias interpretation including: measurement of P-R intervals, QRS widths, and ST segment deviations. Possesses troubleshooting skills to recognize monitoring problems, identifies probable causes, and seeks solutions to correct the problem. Responsible for maintaining inventories, supplies, hardware and telemetry transmitters in working condition and responsible for appropriately reporting malfunctions promptly as applicable.

Responsibilities

Possesses knowledge and ability to provide continuous ECG monitoring through assessment of EKG strips and accurate interpretation of cardiac rhythms and dysrhythmias interpretation including: measurement of P-R intervals, QRS widths, and ST segment deviations. Possesses troubleshooting skills to recognize monitoring problems, identifies probable causes, and seeks solutions to correct the problem. Responsible for maintaining inventories, supplies, hardware and telemetry transmitters in working condition and responsible for appropriately reporting malfunctions promptly as applicable.

Qualifications

Education

• H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required

Work Experience

• No experience required Required
• 1 year of experience as a monitor technician Preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• Successful completion of PHC telemetry monitoring competency assessment within 30 Days Required
• Certification as a Certified Cardiac Monitor Telemetry Technician (CCMTT) through the American Education Certification Association Preferred or
• Certified Rhythm Analysis Technician (CRAT) through Cardiovascular Credentialing International Preferred

Business Unit : Company Name:

Piedmont Atlanta Hospital