Telemetry Monitor Tech / Unit Secretary

Acadiana Management Group; Batesville (MS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differentials for night/weekend

Job summary

AMG Specialty Hospital – North Mississippi in Batesville, MS is seeking a Full Time Telemetry Monitor Tech/Unit Secretary for Night Shifts. The role involves interpreting cardiac rhythms, operating monitoring systems, and maintaining accurate patient records in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Responsibilities include reporting rhythm changes to nurses, preparing charts, and supporting the Medical-Surgical unit.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of Telemetry/Basic EKG Monitoring Course preferred.
• Previous experience in rhythm interpretation and as Telemetry Technician preferred.
• Knowledge of monitoring equipment.
• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Interpret cardiac rhythm strips every 4 hours, reporting changes to the Primary Care Nurse.
• Operate monitor and speaker/phone systems; document rhythm changes in patient records.
• Maintain labeled rhythm sheets and prepare charts for review by oncoming staff.
• Provide indirect patient care in the Medical-Surgical Unit and support staff.
• Participate in performance improvement activities and comply with hospital policies.

Skills

Telemetry monitoring

Rhythm interpretation

English communication

Computer skills

Education

Telemetry Monitoring Course

Tools

Monitor system

Job description

Shift Type (Clinical Positions): Night Shift

Summary

At AMG we offer our employees much more than just a job in the healthcare industry. We offer unique career opportunities for people who are called to make a healing difference in the lives of others and desire to be part of a team that makes a difference each day for our patients. We invite you to join our team and share your gifts and talents. Market competitive pay rates and benefits are offered by the newest hospital in the North Mississippi area, in Batesville, MS.

AMG Specialty Hospital – North Mississippi in Batesville, MSis part of the AMG Integrated Healthcare Management Hospital System – a Top-5 Post-Acute Care Hospital System. Our mission is an unyielding commitment to Patients, People, and the Pursuit of Healing. We believe our employees are the asset and heart of our organization.We are located in the heart of Batesville in Suite B of the Panola Medical Center.

AMG Specialty Hospital – North Mississippiis seeking a Full Time Telemetry Monitor Tech/Unit Secretary for Night Shifts. The Telemetry Monitor Technician – Unit Secretary accurately interprets cardiac rhythm strips every 4 hours including rate, rhythm, PR interval, QRS, QT, signature and title. Immediately reports changes in patient’s rhythm to Primary Care Nurse. Posts copy of rhythm change in patients record. Documents arrhythmias and/or change in cardiac rhythm on report sheet and gives complete/accurate report to oncoming technician. Properly operates monitor system. Properly operates speaker system and phone system. Continuously runs a strip during a code blue. Properly completes emergency calls for staff. Tracks monitored patients at all times. Keeps charts prepped with labeled rhythm strips. Maintains nutritional supplies. Counts prior to ordering and maintains pre-set par limits. Keep patient label book up to date. Places completed rhythm sheets in patient charts. Provides indirect patient care in the medical surgical setting. Meets the communication needs of the patient/family, departmental staff and medical staff. Prepares and compiles records in the Medical Surgical Unit. Initiates directions from physician and nursing staff. Participates in performance improvement activities. Maintains regulatory agency requirements, nursing and hospital policies and procedures and standards. Performs other duties as needed or directed by supervisor. Prior experience is required!

Shift Differentials are paid for all Night and Weekend Shifts!!

Join our dynamic team and enjoy a career where you can make a difference withAMG Specialty Hospital – North Mississippi!

• Successful completion of Telemetry/Basic EKG Monitoring Course preferred.
• Previous experience in rhythm interpretation, previous experience as a Telemetry Technician preferred.
• Knowledge of monitoring equipment.
• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.

About Us

AMG Specialty Hospital – North Mississippi, located in Batesville, Mississippi is an acute care hospital that specializes in the management of complex medical needs.

Our mission is to return patients to their optimal level of well-being in the least restrictive medical environment. We accomplish this through a multi-disciplined approach that includes aggressive clinical and therapeutic interventions, as well as family involvement. Our high staff-to-patient ratio ensures individualized attention. Our nurses, therapists, and physicians work with each patient to obtain the best possible outcomes.

AMG Specialty Hospital – North Mississippi is an equal opportunity employer.