Monitor Technician - Nights

FMOL Health; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

FMOL Health in Jackson, MS seeks a Monitor Tech to monitor patients' EKG rhythm patterns on electrocardiograph monitors, note irregular rhythms, and ensure monitors function properly under close supervision.

You will interpret rhythms, document on telemetry forms every 8 hours as needed, report dysrhythmias to nurses, troubleshoot interference, and participate in ongoing education to maintain proficiency.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Successful completion of the Monitor Tech course within six months.
• Strong communication and customer service skills; basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and report cardiac monitoring.
• Record rhythms every 8 hours and as needed.
• Recognize and report dysrhythmias to the nurse.
• Troubleshoot interference and verify monitor function.
• Maintain knowledge of medical terminology.
• Attend ongoing education to maintain EKG proficiency.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Computer Skills

Medical Terminology

Education

High School or equivalent

Monitor Tech Course

Tools

Monitor Equipment

Job description

Job Description

The Monitor Tech monitors patients EKG rhythm patterns on electrocardiograph monitors. Makes note of irregular rhythms and monitors changes in rhythms. Ensures that monitors are functioning properly. Relies on established guidelines to accomplish tasks. Works under close supervision.

Responsibilities

• Interpretation & Reporting of Cardiac Monitoring
• Accurately interprets cardiac rhythms and records monitor strips on the cardiac monitoring form on all telemetry patients every 8 hours and as needed.
• Recognizes and immediately reports dysrhythmias to the nurse.
• Recognizes interference and artifact and is able to troubleshoot and correct problems.
• Recognizes limitations in cardiac interpretation and seeks consultation when appropriate.
• Responsible for dispensing and retrieving telemetry transmitter.
• Quality
• Demonstrates good knowledge regarding medical terminology.
• Strives to promote the quality and efficiency of his/her own performance through participation in staff educational programs, approved continuing education courses, and specialized skill training programs. Attends an annual EKG course to maintain proficiency in interpretation of EKG strips.
• Other Duties As Assigned
• Performs other duties as assigned or requested.

Qualifications

• Experience, Education, Training, Special Skills, and Licensure:
  • High School or equivalent
  • Successful completion of the Monitor Tech course within six months
  • Communication, Customer Service, computer skills. Knowledge of medical terminology. Able to use monitor equipment.