Telemetry Monitor Technician

MyMichigan Health; Alma (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

MyMichigan Health is looking for a dedicated cardiac monitor technician in Alma, Michigan. In this crucial role, you will observe and operate cardiac monitors, identifying arrhythmias and alerting nursing staff about any potential emergencies.

Qualifications include a high school diploma and completion of a dysrhythmia course, along with required certifications in Basic Life Support. The role entails maintaining telemetry equipment and supporting patient care standards.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of reading, writing, mathematical, and computer skills.
• Must obtain BLS and DIMC certifications within specified time frame.

Responsibilities

• Observe and maintain cardiac monitors.
• Identify arrhythmias and notify appropriate R.N.
• Maintain telemetry equipment and support nursing standards.

Skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Interpersonal skills

Ability to operate telemetry equipment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Successful completion of dysrhythmia course

Job description

Summary

This position assumes daily tasks of observing, operating, and maintaining cardiac monitors. Identifies cardiac arrhythmias and seeks appropriate intervention. Performs miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Assumes daily tasks of observing, operating, and maintaining the cardiac monitors, both individual telemetry units on patients, and the main telemetry monitors located at the nurse’s station. (30%)
• Must diligently observe cardiac monitors, interpret heart rate and rhythm with accuracy, obtain baseline strips, recognize and report arrhythmias, record additional strips throughout shift as needed. (30%)
• Identifies any changes in a cardiac pattern and any life‑threatening dysrhythmias and notifies the appropriate R.N. within an appropriate time frame. (25%)
• Maintain the telemetry equipment. This includes replacing batteries, wires, and/or electrode pads, and cleaning equipment. (15%)
• Supports the mission, goals, policies and standards of nursing. Hospital and unit policies and work rules are recognized, supported and implemented.
• Provides for the age‑specific needs of the population served according to department standards and policies/procedures.
• Performs according to procedure in all hospital emergency situations. Provides and ensures safe and secure environment for the patient.
• Demonstrates professionalism and courtesy at all times, providing excellent customer service.
• Obtains rhythm strips as directed by nurse or physician in conjunction with changes in patient condition, medication administration, etc.
• Allows appropriate access to medication and supply rooms for stocking purposes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Certifications and Licensure

• BLS: Basic Life Support
• DIMC: Dysrhythmia Interpretation Man – competency through testing or Telemetry Monitoring & Management class with passing score within one month of hire/transfer and annual competency dysrhythmia testing.

Required Education

• High School Diploma or GED
• Equivalent Experience: Knowledge of reading, writing, mathematical, and computer skills. High school diploma or equivalent required. Documented successful completion of dysrhythmia course or equivalent (such as a bachelor’s degree in cardiac rehab) in addition to successful pre‑employment testing preferred.

Other Information

• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Interpersonal skills needed to communicate with individuals and groups and interact with people at all levels to communicate ideas and concepts in a clear and understandable manner.
• MyMichigan Health is a technology‑driven organization and employees need to demonstrate competency in Microsoft® Windows. Employees may be required to participate in further learning opportunities offered by MyMichigan Health.

Physical & Mental Requirements

• Exposure to stressful situations, including those involving public contact, trauma, grief and death.
• Able to wear personal protective equipment that includes latex materials or appropriate substitute if required for your position.
• Is able to move freely about facility with or without an assisted device and must be able to perform the functions of the job as outlined in the job description.
• Overall vision and hearing are necessary, with or without assisted device(s).
• Frequently required to sit, stand or walk for long periods and may require frequent postural changes such as stooping, kneeling or crouching.
• Some exposure to blood‑borne pathogens and other potentially infectious material; must follow MyMichigan Health blood‑borne pathogen and TB testing as required.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, work independently, maintain regular and predictable attendance and ability to stay awake.
• Overall dexterity required including handling, reaching, grasping, fingering and feeling, possibly repeated movements.
• Physical Demand Level: Sedentary. Must be able to occasionally (0‑33% of the workday) lift or carry 0‑10 lbs.