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Monitor Technician
University of Arkansas System. Provide 24/7 telemetry monitoring and observation for inpatients from all disciplines throughout the hospital.
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in telemetry monitoring, including cardiac rhythm recognition and EKG acquisition, while maintaining accurate documentation and effective communication with healthcare professionals. Complies with hospital policies and maintains patient confidentiality in a fast-paced clinical environment.
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Telemetry MonitoringCardiac Rhythm RecognitionEKG Acquisition CertificationBLS CertificationPatient Care Experience
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Hard Skills
Telemetry MonitoringCardiac Rhythm RecognitionEKG AcquisitionRhythm Strips PerformancePatient Monitoring DocumentationTelemetry Equipment TroubleshootingPatient Safety StandardsInfection Control ProceduresDysrhythmia Course CompletionPatient Confidentiality Compliance
Soft Skills
Effective CommunicationAttention to DetailAbility to Follow InstructionsStrong Work EthicAccountability
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft OfficeEPIC EMRKronos
Certifications & Qualifications
EKG Acquisition CertificationPCT CertificationBLS Certification
Industry Keywords
Telemetry MonitoringCardiac RhythmsPatient CareHIPAA ComplianceHealthcare Professional Communication
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Provide 24/7 telemetry monitoring and observation for inpatients from all disciplines throughout the hospital.
- Continuously monitor patients’ cardiac rhythms and telemetry readings.
- Identify and recognize abnormal cardiac rhythms, arrhythmias, and significant rhythm changes.
- Promptly notify nursing staff of critical or abnormal findings.
- Maintain accurate documentation of monitored rhythms and significant events.
- Perform rhythm strips and provide them to clinical staff as required.
- Monitor multiple patients simultaneously while maintaining close attention to changes in condition.
- Verify proper telemetry connections and troubleshoot monitoring equipment when necessary.
- Apply and replace telemetry electrodes according to hospital procedures.
- Maintain organized and accurate patient monitoring records.
- Communicate effectively with nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals.
- Respond appropriately to monitor alarms and determine whether intervention or notification is needed.
- Assist with admission, transfer, and discharge processes related to telemetry monitoring.
- Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA requirements.
- Follow hospital policies, infection-control procedures, and patient-safety standards.
- Report equipment malfunctions and assist with maintaining monitoring equipment.
- Maintain competency in cardiac rhythm recognition and telemetry-monitoring procedures.
- Demonstrate professionalism, attention to detail, and the ability to remain focused in a fast-paced clinical environment.
Requirements
What you’ll need- High school diploma/GED, PLUS one year direct patient care related experience.
- Current certification or competency of EKG acquisition
- PCT certified within three (3) months of hire (training provided).
- Must complete the dysrhythmia course within 90 day evaluation period and maintain competency as a telemetry technician.
- Must have excellent communication skills, ability to follow oral instructions, basic computer skills, strong work ethics and accountability.
- Microsoft Office experience
- EPIC EMR
- Kronos
- Must be able to lift 100 pounds
- Certified as a nursing assistant or military corpsman.
- Current BLS.
- Certification in EKG or Dysrhythmia course.
- Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
- Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing
Benefits
Comp & perks- Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
- Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
- Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
- Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
- Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
- Career Training and Educational Opportunities
- Merchant Discounts
- Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy