Monitor Technician - Telemetry

utoledo.edu; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Toledo is seeking a Monitor Technician - Telemetry to observe central monitoring station alarms and rhythm strips, reporting irregularities, and assisting with ECG tests for monitored patients.

The role requires cardiac rhythm training, EMT/Paramedic/LPN credentials or cardiovascular technology study, and BLS. This part-time night shift covers 7:00pm–7:00am, with weekend/holiday coverage.

Qualifications

• HSD or equivalent with completion of formal cardiac rhythm identification training including EMT, Paramedic, LPN, or
• Completed one year of the associate degree program in cardiovascular technology or have a minimum of 1 year experience in performing EKGs with the ability to recognize arrhythmias and/ or Telemetry Monitoring experience.
• Successfully completes an arrhythmia test, with a 80% overall including 100% on the fatal arrhythmia section.
• Preferred experience with EKGs and arrythmia identification
• BLS Certification
• Must be willing to work flexible hours

Responsibilities

• Observe monitors in the central monitoring station for multiple units including MICU and telemetry segments.
• Document and route rhythm strips, report abnormalities, and assist in ECG testing as assigned.

Skills

Rhythm identification

ECG tracing

Arrhythmia recognition

Observation of monitors

Education

HSD or equivalent with cardiac rhythm training

EMT/Paramedic/LPN or cardiovascular tech study

Job description

Title: Monitor Technician - Telemetry

Department Org: Telemetry - 110470

Employee Classification: B6 - Unclass Part Time AFSCME HSC

Bargaining Unit:AFSCME HSC

Primary Location: HSC H

Shift:3

Start Time:7:00pm End Time:7:00am

Posted Salary: 20.27-23.83

Float: False

Rotate: True

On Call: False

Travel: False

Weekend/Holiday: True

Job Description:

Responsible and accountable for observation of all monitors in the central monitoring station, this includes 3 A-B-C-D, 4AB, 4CD, 5AB, 5CD, 6AB, 6CD; MICU, reporting any abnormalities, obtaining, routing, documenting, and accurately defining rhythm strips. Performs ECG tests on patients as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Qualifications/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (Indicate minimum required to qualify or perform this job.)

Required Education/Experience/Licensing:

• 1. HSD or equivalent with completion of formal cardiac rhythm identification training including EMT, Paramedic, LPN, or
• a. Completed one year of the associate degree program in cardiovascular technology or have a minimum of 1 year experience in performing EKGs with the ability to recognize arrhythmias and/ or Telemetry Monitoring experience.
• 2. Successfully completes an arrhythmia test, with a 80% overall including 100% on the fatal arrhythmia section.
• 3. Preferred experience with EKGs and arrythmia identification
• 4. BLS Certification
• 5. Must be willing to work flexible hours
• 6. Physical requirements:
• a. visual acuity of 20/20 or corrected to 20/20 including color vision when applicable;
• b. ability to hear (with or without aides)
• c. ability to orally communicate
• d. good manual dexterity
• e. ability to push, pull, roll, and transfer/lift 30 pounds occasionally
• f. ability to stand, walk frequently
• g. ability to bend, reach, stoop, kneel frequently; and
• h. ability to perform CPR (if a required for position).
• (Definitions: Never 0%, Occasional 0-33%, Frequent 34-66%, Constant 67-100%)

Conditions of Employment:

To promote the highest levels of health and well-being, the University of Toledo campuses are tobacco-free. Pre-employment health screening requirements for the University of Toledo Health Science Campus Medical Center will include drug and other required health screenings for the position.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Toledo is an equal opportunity employer. The University of Toledo does not discriminate in employment, educational programs, or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, disability, familial status, or political affiliation.

The University is dedicated to attracting and retaining the best and brightest talent and fostering a culture of respect.

The University of Toledo provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation to complete this application, or for testing or interviewing, please contact HR Compliance [e-mail] 419-530-4747 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. orapply online for an accommodation request.

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