Monitor Technician Full Time Chilton

Atlantic Health System; Pequannock Township (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Health System in Pequannock Township, New Jersey, seeks a dedicated Monitor Technician to oversee heart rhythm patterns in patients. You will utilize telemetry equipment to identify any abnormal patterns, collaborating with nursing staff for patient safety.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, complete a Basic Arrhythmia course, and possess critical thinking skills. The role emphasizes attention to detail and the ability to work independently.

Qualifications

• Completion of Basic Arrhythmia course is mandatory.
• Able to pass telemetry pre-test required.
• Current Monitor Tech experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor heart rhythm patterns using telemetry equipment.
• Identify abnormal variations and inform nursing staff.
• Prepare documentation regarding evaluation results.

Skills

Critical thinking skills

Decisive judgment

Able to work with minimal supervision

Education

HS Diploma

Completion of Basic Arrhythmia course

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Responsible for monitoring heart rhythm pattern of patients in special care unit of hospital to detect abnormal pattern variances, using telemetry equipment.

Principal Accountabilities

• Reviews 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.
• Informs supervisor or General Duty Nurse of variances to initiate examination of patient.
• Measures length and height of patient's heart rhythm pattern on graphic tape readout, using calipers, and posts information on patient records.
• Answers calls for assistance from patients and inquiries concerning patients from medical staff.
• Prepares documentation regarding evaluation results, progress reports, and personalized treatment plans.
• May perform relevant duties as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• HS Diploma
• Completion of Basic Arrhythmia course required
• Able to pass telemetry pre-test

Preferred:

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Current Monitor Tech experience and/or recent clinical experience preferred

EEO STATEMENT

Atlantic Health, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status.