Monitor Tech, FT Days

Kindred; Havertown (Delaware County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Kindred Hospital Philadelphia - Havertown and Acute Rehabilitation Unit (ARU) seeks staff to monitor patient telemetry, detect rhythm changes, and support acute care in a 66-bed hospital with LTAC beds. The role emphasizes rapid notification to RN/supervisor, setup of monitors, and accurate record-keeping.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or equivalent, current BLS certification, and the ability to interpret EKGs.

Qualifications

• Fluent English, read, write and speak clearly.
• Good regular attendance is required.
• Satisfactory score on an EKG interpretation competency test.
• Ability to accurately identify cardiac rhythms and understand their significance.
• No prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor telemetry of patients and observe for rhythm changes.
• Immediately notify RN or supervisor of rhythm changes.
• Set up the monitor system and assign transmitters for telemetry patients.
• Troubleshoot transmitters and wires and ensure proper monitor function.
• Maintain accurate records of telemetry patients.
• Follow applicable regulations and safety standards.

Skills

Fluent English

Attendance

EKG interpretation

Identify cardiac rhythms

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

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.

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