Monitor Technician - Telemetry 90

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Job description/Responsibilities: Full-Time (0.8)NOC ShiftAPPROXIMATE PAY RANGE:$32.20 - $38.45 POSITION SUMMARYUnder general supervision the Monitor Tech is responsible for monitoring and interpreting telemetry rhythms, notifying RN of any rhythm changes (in a timely manner). Demonstrates attitudes and behaviors consistent with hospital policies including confidentiality of employee and patient information.ESSENTIAL DUTIESTelemetry Monitoring Skills1. Responsible for the continual monitoring of telemetry patients.Working knowledge of the telemetry monitoring equipment/systemsAbility to change paper2. Performs the following functions accurately:Identified P, QRS, and T waves; recognized abnormalities when presentIdentifies St segments: normal, elevated, and depressedMeasures PR, QRS, QT, R-R &P-P intervals; recognizes abnormalities when presentMeasures PR, QRS, QT, and R-R & P-P internals; recognizes abnormalities when presentIdentifies atria, functional, ventricular, pacemaker rhythms and blocksQuickly recognizes lethal or potentially lethal rhythmsNotifies RN immediately if a lethal or potentially lethal dysrhythmia/abnormality is seen.Enters or discharge patient to telemetry systemsDocuments all new entries and dischargesDocuments all new entries and dischargesPrepare telemetry unit, lead wire, and electrodes for applicationApplies electrodes and telemetry unit, when not working as a monitor tech (i.e. works as a nursing assistant): -Skin preparation -Electrode check -Lead placement checkIdentifies possible artifact or lead failure and communicates this to RNCollects and document rhythm strips every shift, and whenever there is a change in rhythm or heart rate; RN to initial strips every shift, and whenever there is a change in rhythms or heart rate; RN to initial strips prior to placement in chart3. Orients new employees to telemetry monitor systems, as needed.Professional Behavior1. Confidentiality and Legal IssuesDemonstrates awareness and sensitivity to legal issues and patient rights in a confidential manner.Professional Performance1. Working RelationshipsFormulates and uses effective working relationships with all health care team members, patients, and visitors.2. CommunicationDemonstrates effective communication skills utilizing lines of authority appropriately. Other DutiesPerforms other job-related duties as assigned by the Clinical Nurse Supervisor/Manager.

Required Qualification: QUALIFICATIONS*License/CertificationCurrent BLS required*Proof of all required License(s) and Certification(s) due at time of hire.**EducationHigh school graduate or equivalent preferred**Proof of all required educational levels due at time of hire.ExperienceOne-year hospital experience as a Unit Assistant or a graduate of a secretarial program or medicalAssisting program preferred.SkillsDemonstrates written and verbal competency in the English language.Knowledge of medical terminology is desirable.Good computer entry and typing skills.Ability to organize and prioritize changing workloads.Employee must demonstrate basic computer skillsPhysical RequirementsThe duties as described will require frequent standing and walking.The employee will occasionally bend/stoop, squat, reach above the shoulders, twist and turn, kneel, and push/pull.The employee may occasionally be required to lift up to 50 pounds.The UA may occasionally perform CPR, push respirators, and cylinder carts, and help position patients in bed.Must utilize conversational speech for effective verbal communication.Noise level is high in some patient care areas. Must be able to hear equipment alarms, overhead pages, and direct verbal communication.Hazards- Will have close contact with patients and is likely to come in contact with blood and body fluids.- Often exposed to infection. Will be fit tested for the particulate respirator.- Works with electrical equipment.- Occasional exposure to radiation (X-Ray).

Job Family: Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations

Occupations: Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists

Degree Required: High School Diploma/Ged Or Higher