Unit Secretary/Monitor Tech - ED

Responsibilities

• Possesses knowledge and ability to provide continuous ECG monitoring through assessment of EKG strips and accurate interpretation of cardiac rhythms and dysrhythmias interpretation including: measurement of P-R intervals, QRS widths, and ST segment deviations
• Possesses troubleshooting skills to recognize monitoring problems, identifies probable causes, and seeks solutions to correct the problem
• Responsible for maintaining inventories, supplies, hardware and telemetry transmitters in working condition and responsible for appropriately reporting malfunctions promptly

Qualifications

Education: H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required

Work Experience: No experience required; 1 year of experience as a monitor technician Preferred

Licenses and Certifications:

• Successful completion of PHC telemetry monitoring competency assessment within 30 Days Required
• Certification as a Certified Cardiac Monitor Telemetry Technician (CCMTT) through the American Education Certification Association Preferred or Certified Rhythm Analysis Technician (CRAT) through Cardiovascular Credentialing International Preferred