Monitor Technician

Job Description Summary

Monitors telemetry patients for cardiac arrhythmia and notifies nurse of changes.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Regular

Cost Center

CC004746 ORBG - 3 East

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-19

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36

Work Shift

Job Description

Continuously monitors arrhythmias and notifies staff of changes.

Accurately documents rhythm strips according to unit specifications.

Accurately measures and interprets cardiac rhythms.

Enters patient information and data into the telemetry/computer system.

Communicates rhythm interpretations to nursing staff and providers.

Has access to minimal risk medications contained in kits, trays or packs associated with certain procedures, as well as IV fluids stored in patient care areas and automated dispensing units.

Follows the MUSC Standards of Behaviors.

Performs miscellaneous and other related duties as assigned.

Additional Job Description

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required. Certification as an EKG technician or successful completion of a telemetry program from another facility or Patient Care Technician with EKG certification required or 1 year experience or completion of our basic arrythmia within 6 months. Previous experience as a monitor technician preferred but not required. 

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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