Monitor Technician

ScionHealth; Kansas City (MO); Vor Ort; USD 42.000 - 64.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Kindred Hospital Northland is seeking a Telemetry Monitor/Technician to oversee cardiac rhythm patterns and operate telemetry equipment for admitted patients. You will review patient data to determine normal and abnormal rhythms and respond to alarms to ensure patient safety.

The role requires fluency in English, attention to detail, and the ability to manage telemetry setups. BLS is required; EKG certification is preferred, and no prior experience is required.

Qualifikationen

• Must read, write and speak fluent English.
• Satisfactory performance on EKG interpretation competency test.
• Ability to accurately identify cardiac rhythms and their significance.

Aufgaben

• Monitor telemetry of patients and observe for changes in cardiac rhythms.
• Record and maintain accurate telemetry patient data.
• Notify RN or supervisor of rhythm changes promptly.
• Assign transmitters and wires and set up monitor system for all telemetry patients.
• Troubleshoot transmitters and wires and monitor system as needed.
• Stay compliant with federal, state, and local food safety and sanitation regulations.

Kenntnisse

Telemetry monitoring

EKG interpretation

Fluency in English

Ausbildung

High School Diploma or equivalent

BLS certification

EKG certification

Jobbeschreibung

Kindred Hospital Northland is a 50-bed long-term acute care hospital, offering the same in-depth care you would receive in a traditional hospital, but for an extended recovery period; which includes a six-bed high observation unit for patients who need extra attention. We partner with your physician and offer 24-hour clinical care 7 days a week so you can start your journey to wellness anytime. Located off of highway 169 and 68th Street, we are a short drive to nearby shops and restaurants.

Description

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