Monitor Technician (Level I) - Telemetry - Nights

oumedicine; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401(k)

Medical and dental plans

Job summary

OU Health is seeking a Monitor Technician (Level I) to monitor telemetry on patients during night shifts. The role may be filled at Level I, II, or III depending on qualifications and business need, under general supervision.

Responsibilities include monitoring patients after nursing staff attach them to telemetry, printing rhythm strips, maintaining alarm settings, troubleshooting equipment, and performing ECGs as needed. HS Diploma or GED required; BLS certification upon hire.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED is required.
• No previous experience is required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association is required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Monitor telemetry once nursing staff attach patient.
• Check date/time printout on rhythm strips.
• Provide daily printings of each patient's rhythm strip.
• 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 monitor area.

Skills

Arrhythmia interpretation

ECG tracings

Computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

HS Diploma or GED

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 monitor telemetry set up on patients.

Essential Responsibilities

Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.

• Responsible for monitoring the patient once nursing staff have attached patient to the telemetry unit
• Check for accurate date/time printout on rhythm strips
• Provide daily printings of each patient's rhythm strip
• Maintain appropriate alarm settings for each patient
• Assist in troubleshooting monitor equipment
• Alert staff when a patient is in crisis
• Perform ECG's as needed
• Maintain supplies for monitor area.

General Responsibilities

Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Requirements

HS Diploma or GED required.

Experience Requirements

No experience required.

License/Certification/Registration Requirements

Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon 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.