Telemetry Monitor Technician: Cardiac Rhythm Watcher

Baylor Scott & White Health; Plano (TX); Sur place; USD 42 000 - 58 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Baylor Scott & White Health in Texas seeks a Monitor Technician responsible for monitoring, recording, and interpreting telemetry ECG tracings. You will recognize arrhythmias and promptly report to medical staff, supporting safe patient care.

You will operate cardiac monitoring systems, document patient status, maintain equipment, and assist with central station operations. Strong communication and teamwork are essential to thrive in this fast-paced healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Must enroll in the right educational program to receive the Cardiac Rhythm Test within one year if not currently certified.
• Understand heart anatomy and physiology related to waves, complexes, time, and voltage.
• Knowledge of telemetry services.
• Verbal and written communication skills.

Responsabilités

• Operates complex cardiac monitoring systems, including ECG rhythm screens, dysrhythmia detection system, and rhythm printers.
• Observes and documents ECG monitors following guidelines. Reports necessary information like patient name, room number, cardiac rhythm, dysrhythmia, and life-threatening situations to appropriate staff.
• Maintains, cleans equipment and reports any malfunctions to the appropriate Biomed person.
• Sets up central station. Monitors alarms, troubleshoots false alarms, and corrects improper placement.
• Helps with rhythm interpretation and dysrhythmia detection. Labels monitor strips to show events like defibrillation, electrical-cardioversion, CPR, and code medication administration.
• Records information in the patient's log and keeps an accurate, neat account of the patient's cardiac monitoring status during care.

Connaissances

Verbal communication

Written communication

Relational skills

Teamwork

Ability to handle interruptions

Formation

HS Diploma or GED

Less than 1 year experience

Description du poste

Baylor Scott & White Health in Texas seeks a Monitor Technician responsible for monitoring, recording, and interpreting telemetry ECG tracings. You will recognize arrhythmias and promptly report to medical staff, supporting safe patient care.

You will operate cardiac monitoring systems, document patient status, maintain equipment, and assist with central station operations. Strong communication and teamwork are essential to thrive in this fast-paced healthcare environment.