Monitor Technician (Level I) - Telemetry - Nights

OU Health; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

OU Health in Oklahoma City is seeking a Telemetry Monitor Technician (Level I) for night shifts to monitor telemetry setups on patients under supervision. Role may be filled at I, II, or III level depending on qualifications.

A HS diploma or GED and current Basic Life Support certification are required; no prior experience is necessary. The ideal candidate will have basic knowledge of arrhythmia interpretations and ECG tracings, good computer and interpersonal skills, and will assist in keeping

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• No experience required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required on hire.
• Knowledge of basic arrhythmia interpretations and ECG tracings is helpful.
• Good computer skills and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patients on telemetry under supervision.
• Verify date/time printouts on rhythm strips for accuracy.
• Provide daily rhythm strip printings for each patient.
• Maintain appropriate alarm settings for each patient.
• Assist in troubleshooting monitor equipment.
• Alert staff if a patient is in crisis.
• Perform ECGs as needed.
• Maintain supplies for the monitor area.

Skills

Arrhythmia knowledge

ECG tracing

Computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

HS Diploma or GED

No experience required

Tools

None

Job description

Position Title: Monitor Technician (Level I) - Telemetry - Nights

Department: Telemetry

Job Description

This position may be filled as a Monitor Technician I, II, or III depending on individual qualifications, experience, and business need.

General Summary

Under general supervision,will monitortelemetry set up on patients.

Essential Responsibilities

Responsibilitieslisted in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or withoutan accommodationmay result in disqualification from the position.

• Responsible formonitoringthe patient once nursing staff have attached patient to the telemetry unit
• Check foraccuratedate/time printout on rhythm strips
• Provide daily printings of each patient's rhythm strip
• Maintainappropriate alarmsettings for each patient
• Assistin troubleshooting monitor equipment
• Alert staff when a patient is in crisis
• PerformECG'sas needed
• Maintain supplies formonitorarea.

GeneralResponsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Requirements

• HS Diploma or GEDrequired.

Experience Requirements

• Noexperiencerequired.

License/Certification/Registration Requirements

• Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Associationrequiredupon hire.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of basic arrhythmia interpretations and performing ECG tracings is helpful.
• Good computer skills.
• Good interpersonal skills that allow for developing effective working relationships with staff.

OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.