TELEMETRY MONITOR TECH/UNIT SECRETARY FT DAYS

AMG Specialty Hospital - Albuquerque; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

AMG Specialty Hospital - Albuquerque seeks a Full Time Telemetry Monitor Tech/Unit Secretary for day shifts. The role involves accurately interpreting cardiac rhythm strips every 4 hours and reporting changes to the Primary Care Nurse.

You will post rhythm changes, document arrhythmias, and maintain monitor and communication systems. Qualifications include a high school diploma, current BLS certification, Basic EKG Monitoring Course, and strong English communication.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Current BLS certification.
• Successful completion of Basic EKG Monitoring Course.
• Experience with rhythm interpretation; telemetry tech preferred.
• Knowledge of monitoring equipment.
• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Basic computer knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Interpret cardiac rhythm strips every 4 hours, including rate, rhythm, PR interval, QRS and QT.
• Immediately report rhythm changes to the Primary Care Nurse.
• Post copies of rhythm changes in the patient record and report sheets.
• Operate monitor system, speaker system, and phone system.
• Monitor patients continuously and track movements during codes.
• Prepare and maintain patient charts with labeled rhythm strips and notes.

Skills

Rhythm interpretation

Monitoring equipment

English communication

Medical terminology

BLS certification

Education

High school diploma

Current BLS certification

Basic EKG Monitoring Course

Job description

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. In addition to market competitive pay rates and benefits in the Albuquerque market, you will have the opportunity to work for an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), as AMG is an employee owned company!

AMG Specialty Hospital - Albuquerque is 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 Albuquerque on the 3rd floor of Gibson Medical Center.

AMG Specialty Hospital - Albuquerque seeks a Full Time T telemetry Monitor Tech/Unit Secretary for Day Shifts. This employee will 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.

Shift Differentials are paid for Weekend Shifts!

Join our dynamic team and enjoy a career where you can make a difference with AMG Specialty Hospital - Albuquerque!

Full-Time employees are offered a comprehensive package including competitive pay, direct deposit, medical insurance, dental insurance, long-term disability insurance, life insurance, AD&D insurance, vision insurance, multiple voluntary insurance options, paid holidays, paid vacation time, paid sick time, optional credit union membership, cellular discount options, free uniform scrub after 90 days of employment, and 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution, and participation in our ESOP additional retirement benefit.

Job Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent (GED).
• Current BLS certification.
• Successful completion of Basic EKG Monitoring Course.
• Previous experience in rhythm interpretation, previous experience as a Telemetry Technician preferred.
• Knowledge of monitoring equipment.
• Ability to read and communicate effective in English.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Additional languages are desirable.
• Basic computer knowledge.

Company Overview

AMG Specialty Hospital - Albuquerque is a Long-Term 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. Learn more about the quality care we provide by visiting our website at: amgihm.com/albuquerque.

AMG Specialty Hospital - Albuquerque is an equal opportunity employer and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), an employee owned company.