Monitor Technician -3rd Floor MedSurg/Tele, Monitor Tech Dept, Per Diem, Flex Shift, Job ID 1503928

Palmetto General Hospital; Hialeah, Cary (FL, NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility in Hialeah is seeking a Telemetry Technician to monitor cardiac rhythms and assist in patient care. The ideal candidate will have experience in telemetry, strong communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure. Responsibilities include monitoring patients and reporting findings to nursing staff.

Qualifications

• One year telemetry technician experience preferred.
• Basic computer knowledge required.

Responsibilities

• Monitors cardiac rhythms and reports arrhythmias.
• Provides indirect care in the department setting.

Skills

Communication

Stress Management

Education

Basic EKG course

Telemetry Technician course

BLS Certification

Job description

Summary:
Provides indirect care in the department setting. Monitors cardiac rhythms via direct screen or telemetry monitors and reports arrhythmias to Registered Nurse/and Charge nurse. Meets communication needs of the department. Reports to the Registered Nurse in charge.

Position Qualification/Licenses & Certifications:
Attendance and successful completion of:

• Basic EKG course or Telemetry Technician course preferred; advanced EKG preferred.
• 2 weeks telemetry observation with experienced personnel.
• One (1) year telemetry technician experience in similar job capacity preferred.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Requires a thorough knowledge of basic cardiac monitoring functions and rhythms identification.
• Must be able to work rapidly under stressful situations with interruptions.
• BLS Certification from the American Red Cross.
• Ability to effectively communicate in writing and orally with all levels of the organization.

Must clear background and drug test required.