Telemetry/Monitoring Tech

Duties

• Demonstrates competency with rhythm strip interpretation.
• Immediately notifies RN and/or physician of any life threatening arrythmias.
• Notifies RN of changes in patient rhythm.
• Demonstrates competency in activating emergency code system.
• Able to Place calls to physicians
• Posts rhythm strips each shift as per policy and procedure
• Demonstrates competency in CPRS documentation
• Assists physicians and nurses with CPRS documentation as necessary.
• Completes extra duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalency
• 6 months to 1 year experience in a healthcare setting in basic ecg and arythmia interpretation.
• Certification in EKG preferred