Monitor Technician, Part time Varied Shift, Progressive Care Unit, Hackettstown Medical Center

Atlantic Health System; Hackettstown (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Hackettstown is seeking a dedicated Monitor Technician to oversee patient heart rhythms in a special care unit. The role involves monitoring telemetry equipment, documenting patient information, and collaborating with medical staff to ensure optimal patient care. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and a background in arrhythmia monitoring, along with strong critical thinking skills.

Qualifications

• Ability to pass telemetry pre-test.
• Experience as a Monitor Tech and/or recent clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor heart rhythm patterns using telemetry equipment.
• Notify supervisor of abnormal variations.
• Document evaluation results and treatment plans.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Education

High School Diploma

Basic Arrhythmia course

Job description

Job Description

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

Principal Accountabilities:

1. Reviews patient information to determine normal heart rhythm patterns, current patterns, and prior variances.
2. Observes the screen of the cardiac monitor and listens for alarms to identify abnormal variations in heart rhythm.
3. Informs the supervisor or General Duty Nurse of variances to initiate patient examination.
4. Measures the length and height of the patient's heart rhythm pattern on graphic tape readout using calipers, and records this information on patient records.
5. Responds to calls for assistance from patients and inquiries from medical staff regarding patients.
6. Prepares documentation regarding evaluation results, progress reports, and personalized treatment plans.
7. Performs relevant duties as needed.

Qualifications

Required:

• High School Diploma
• Completion of Basic Arrhythmia course
• Ability to pass telemetry pre-test

Preferred:

• Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Experience as a Monitor Tech and/or recent clinical experience is preferred.