Sup Cardiac Monitor Tech II

Cardiac Monitor Technician II

Harris Health is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health's robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet® nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

At Harris Health, we prioritize the well-being of our most valuable asset--our people--ensuring a culture of compassion, collaboration and excellence in serving Harris County's most in need. With integrity and accountability at our core, we commit to 'leading with love', embodying our dedication to quality care, education, and a steadfast respect for every individual's contribution to our mission.

Job Summary

The Cardiac Monitor Technician II (CMT II) proficiently performs continuous observation and analysis of ECG patterns for patients on telemetry. The CMT II notifies the appropriate nursing staff and physicians within a designated hospital unit of changes from baseline, abnormal heart rhythm patterns, and abnormal ECG interval measurements. The CMT II takes a leadership role in rhythm interpretation, dysrhythmia recognition, and continuous education of assigned CMT I. The CMT II is competent in medical terminology and possesses technical, communication, organizational, and computer skills. The CMT II demonstrates and role models personal and professional effectiveness.

Minimum Qualifications

Education/Licensure/Specialized Training: a. Education: High School Diploma or equivalent or completion of Cardiac Monitor Tech training course from an accredited school required. b. Licensure/Certification: Certified Rhythm Analysis Technician through Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) required upon hire. Work Experience: Two (2) years centralized cardiac monitoring experience in a hospital required. Equipment Operated: Area-specific Skills/Knowledge: Completes CBT modules one, two and three (1, 2 & 3) within the six (6) week orientation period. Communication Skills: Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contact) Other Skills: Analytical, Medical Terms, Mathematics, PC Work Schedule: Weekends, Holidays, Flexible