Monitor Technician Chilton

JOB DESCRIPTION

Responsible for monitoring heart rhythm pattern of patients in special care unit of hospital to detect abnormal pattern variances, using telemetry equipment.

• Reviews patient information to determine normal heart rhythm pattern, current pattern, and prior variances.
• Observes screen of cardiac monitor and listens for alarm to identify abnormal variation in heart rhythm.
• Informs supervisor or General Duty Nurse of variances to initiate examination of patient.
• Measures length and height of patient's heart rhythm pattern on graphic tape readout, using calipers, and posts information on patient records.
• Answers calls for assistance from patients and inquiries concerning patients from medical staff.
• Prepares documentation regarding evaluation results, progress reports, and personalized treatment plans.
• May perform relevant duties as needed.

• HS Diploma
• Completion of Basic Arrhythmia course required
• Able to pass telemetry pre-test

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Current Monitor Tech experience and/or recent clinical experience preferred

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