Monitor Technician- FT Days

Kindred; Rahway (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Kindred Hospital New Jersey - Rahway is seeking a Telemetry Monitor Technician to observe heart rhythm patterns and review patient data. You will monitor telemetry screens, identify rhythm variances, and respond to alarms to ensure timely care.

Responsibilities include setting up monitors, documenting patient data, and notifying RNs of changes. A High School diploma is required, with BLS certification and EKG certification preferred; no prior experience is necessary.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (education requirement).
• Current BLS certification (required).
• EKG certification preferred.
• No prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Fluent English

Good attendance

EKG interpretation

Identify cardiac rhythms

Team coordination

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Description

Kindred Hospital New Jersey - Rahway is a 34-bed long-term acute care hospital located on the 4th floor within the RWJ University Hospital based in the medical district of Rahway, close to several educational institutions and Madison Avenue Park. We offer the same in depth care you would receive in a traditional hospital, but for an extended recovery period. We partner with your physician and offer 24-hour clinical care seven days a week so you can start your journey to wellness.

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.

Pay Range

$18.71-$23.73/hr.

Benefits

ScionHealth has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit-eligible employees that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness.

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