Monitor Technician

AtlantiCare; Galloway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan with employer match

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Disability Coverage

Job summary

AtlantiCare is seeking a Monitor Technician to observe patient heart rhythms for individuals on cardiac monitoring and ensure alarm parameters align with physician directives. You will promptly notify the Registered Nurse of critical rhythm changes in accordance with telemetry protocols.

The role emphasizes teamwork, quality patient care, and participation in ongoing performance improvements within a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Successful completion of dysrhythmia recognition course within 30 days of hire.
• AHA BLS certification required within 30 days of hire or transfer.

Responsibilities

• Observe heart rhythms of patients under cardiac monitoring.
• Maintain alarm parameters as per physician and telemetry protocol.
• Notify RN of any critical changes in patient rhythms.

Skills

Cardiac monitor experience

Dysrhythmia recognition

BLS certification

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Dysrhythmia recognition course

Tools

Clinical Applications

Job description

Job Description

ATLANTICARE _____________________________________________ROLE DESCRIPTION TITLE: Monitor Technician JOB CODE: 145 EXEMPT: NON-EXEMPT: X DATE: 4/2/98 REVISED: 2/00 (R) 12/05, 01/08, 1/14 (Q) 10/07 (PS, R) 03/25 (Q) (RR) 01/26 (Q, PS)

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Successful completion of dysrhythmia recognition course within 30 days of hire
• AHA BLS certification required within 30 days of hire or transfer

Position Summary

The Monitor Technician provides support to the patient care delivery team by observing the heart rhythms of patients who are receiving cardiac monitoring. The Monitor Technician is responsible for maintaining alarm parameters established by the physician and for notifying the Registered Nurse of critical changes in patient cardiac rhythms (as per telemetry communication protocol for Centralized Telemetry). This position supports organizational goals by providing quality customer service, participating in performance improvement efforts and demonstrating a commitment to teamwork and cooperation.

Qualifications

Education: High School diploma or equivalent required. Successful completion of dysrhythmia recognition course required within 30 days of hire. License/Certification: AHA BLS certification required within 30 days of hire or transfer. Experience: Cardiac monitor technician experience required. Proficiency in Clinical Applications preferred at time of hire; incumbents within position will be trained appropriately and then skill will be required for this position within 30-60 days from date of hire. Performance expectations Demonstrates the competencies as established on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool for this position.

Work Environment

Potential for exposure to blood borne pathogens along with infectious diseases. The position requires considerable standing, reaching and walking. Requires the ability to lift up to 20 pounds. The essential functions for this position are listed on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool.

Reporting Relationship

This position reports to Nursing through the Director of Clinical Logistics/Patient Flow. The above statement reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position.

Benefit Offerings

AtlantiCare offers eligible Full-time and Part-time team members the ability to participate in Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k)/403(b), Life Insurance, Disability and other supplemental benefit programs.

About Us

At AtlantiCare, we believe in supporting the whole person. Our market-competitive Total Rewards package is designed to promote the physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being of our team members. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits and resources, including:

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans with employer contributions
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement to support your educational goals
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care
• Wellness Programs to help you thrive
• Voluntary Benefits, including Pet Insurance and more

Benefits offerings may vary based on position and are subject to eligibility requirements.

Join a team that values your well-being and invests in your future.

Pay Transparency

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AtlantiCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer