Telemetry Tech- PRN 7a-7p

Huntsville Memorial Hospital; Huntsville (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Monitor Tech to oversee telemetry monitors and support nursing staff. The role involves EKG interpretation, patient advocacy, and maintaining equipment. Ideal for entry-level candidates eager to contribute to high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• One year of experience preferred.
• Current C.N.A certification, EMT-B, or EMT-I preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides continual surveillance and analysis of cardiac rhythms.
• Escalates significant changes to a Registered Nurse.
• Operates and troubleshoots telemetry monitoring system.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Position Purpose

Under the supervision of a licensed nurse, the Monitor Tech provides surveillance of telemetry monitors throughout the hospital. Performs accurate EKG rhythm interpretation and other electrocardiography functions that support the healthcare team in delivering high-quality care. Provides notification to appropriate nursing staff when telemetry monitor changes are noted. Serves as a patient advocate within the healthcare system. Maintains adequate unit stock and equipment inventories, provides clerical support related to patient care. Demonstrates understanding of the philosophy and objectives; adheres to policies and procedures of the department and organization.

Essential Job Functions

Every effort has been made to make this job description as complete as possible. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties the incumbent will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is a logical assignment to the position.

• Provides precise continual surveillance and analysis of cardiac rhythms on electrocardiographic central monitoring station, documenting per established procedure; interprets ECG rhythms, recognizes significant ECG events
• Escalates significant or life-threatening changes immediately, utilizing appropriate ECG algorithm, to a Registered Nurse, as appropriate; communicates information in a clear, concise, and accurate manner to the responsible individual within established timeframe
• Obtains rhythm strips per hospital cardiac telemetry procedure; measures, analyzes, and documents findings
• Operates, cleans, and troubleshoots all functions of the telemetry monitoring system; accounts for all monitors at the end of each assigned shift
• Admits, transfers, and discharges patient and enters all required information in telemetry monitoring system
• Participates in teamwork by responding positively to requests for assistance
• Demonstrates adaptability, problem solving, and professional behavior at all times
• Participates in Continuous Quality Improvement programs
• Maintains patient confidentiality and appropriate handling of PHI
• Abides by the HMH Legal Compliance Code of Conduct
• Maintains a safe work environment and reports safety concerns appropriately
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Latitude, Contacts/Interactions

All positions of Huntsville Memorial Hospital are part of an interdisciplinary team, and as such, participate in the care and service delivery process through effective interaction with other team members. Primarily interacts with hospital staff, medical staff, patients, and visitors.

Requirements

Education: High school diploma or GED required.

Experience: One year of experience preferred.

Licensure/Certification: None required; current C.N.A certification, EMT-B, or EMT-I preferred.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Frequent: sitting & reaching.

Occasional: standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, bending, squatting, & kneeling.

Visual and hearing acuity required. Work is mostly inside, with good ventilation and comfortable temperature. Possible exposure to: toxic/caustic chemicals or detergents, moving mechanical parts, potential electric shock, radiant energy, communicable diseases, blood-borne pathogens.

Seniority Level

• Entry level

Employment Type

• Part-time

Job Function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting