Monitor Tech - Telemetry FT, Nights

About the role

Observes cardiac monitors to identify abnormal heart rhythms under the supervision of a registered nurse. Performs duties in a centralized monitoring environment that monitors patients across multiple departments.

Responsibilities

• Observes cardiac monitors and reports any changes in cardiac rhythm per policy.
• Receives report from the previous shift and documents strips per policy.
• Manages and distributes transmitter boxes; ensures boxes are returned to the surveillance center after telemetry monitoring is discontinued.
• Reports problems regarding poor transmission or telemetry system failures to appropriate personnel.
• Completes telemetry summary report per policy guidelines.
• Triages incoming phone calls, provides information in a calm and concise manner, and logs calls.
• Maintains adequate supplies and keeps monitoring areas and equipment clean and organized.
• Participates in training and continuous development of new staff; attends educational programs, in-services, and meetings as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience: No previous experience required. Previous experience in a healthcare setting preferred.

Certifications and Training

• After hire, requires attendance of formal arrhythmia training class and successful completion of the Prisma Health Arrhythmia exam with a minimum passing score within 2 attempts.
• Successful completion of the arrhythmia exam must be completed within 30 days of hire.
• Arrhythmia competencies must be maintained on an annual basis if working in a monitor tech role.

Work Shift: Night (United States of America)

Location: Greenville Memorial Hospital

Department: Facility Resource Pool