Cardiac Monitor Technician - 12A Cardiac Telemetry - Allegheny General Hospital - Full Time

Company :

Allegheny Health Network

Job Description :

GENERAL OVERVIEW

Performs continuous observation, interpretation, and communication of cardiac rhythms for cardiology patients under the supervision of the RN.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Accurately analyzes, interprets and records ECG rhythms according to procedure. (30%)

• Maintains continuous assessment of ECG rhythm at central monitor and during patient transport. Identifies changes and responds or reports to the RN as appropriate. (30%)

• Cleans and maintains telemetry monitors/holders and accounts for monitor upon patient discharge. (10%)

• Demonstrates knowledge of central station and bedside monitors. Ensures alarms are maintained at appropriate levels and settings. (20%)

• Performs other unit specific duties such as video monitoring, order entry and answering phones. (10%)

• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum

• BLS Certification required within facility policy.

• Basic cardiac dysrhythmia training or successful completion of a cardiac dysrhythmia training course upon hire is required.

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