Monitor Technician FT Days

ScionHealth; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Dayton is seeking a Telemetry Monitor to oversee cardiac rhythms of patients. The role involves monitoring telemetry equipment, maintaining records, and ensuring patient safety. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a high school diploma. Join us in delivering exceptional care and supporting our patients' health.

Qualifications

• Must read, write and speak fluent English.
• Satisfactory score on EKG interpretation competency test.

Responsibilities

• Monitors telemetry of patients by observing telemetry monitors.
• Notifies RN or supervisor of rhythm changes.
• Maintains accurate records of telemetry patients.

Skills

Cardiac Rhythm Identification

Communication

Attendance

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

At ScionHealth, we empower our caregivers to do what they do best. We value every voice by caring deeply for every patient and each other. We show courage by running toward the challenge and we lean into new ideas by embracing curiosity and question asking. Together, we create our culture by living our values in our day-to-day interactions with our patients and teammates.

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 required.
  
  

Licenses/Certification

• Current BLS certification.
• EKG certification preferred.
  
  

Experience

• No prior experience required