The Monitor Tech monitors patients´ EKG waveforms in a centralized monitoring station.
Monitor Tech PCCU-FT Nights(Job Number: 00015-30675) Texas - North-Dallas/Ft. Worth-Medical Center of Arlington- Arlington (Dallas/Ft.Schedule: Full-time Description The Monitor Tech monitors patients EKG waveforms in a centralized monitoring station. The positions tasks and responsibilities include:* Interprets Rhythms and Arrhythmias. * Reports all changes in heart rate/rhythm to appropriate nursing staff. * Maintains Telemetry Supplies. * Records patient condition utilizing computerized documentation systems. * Performs duties with full understanding of related age specific factors. * Orients and mentors new staff members. * Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required. Qualifications Required Job Qualifications Include:* High School Graduate or equivalent. * BLS Healthcare Provider. * Completion of Basic EKG/Arrhythmia course. Demonstrated ability to interpret cardiac rhythms and arrhythmias. * Working knowledge of medical terminology. * CMT/Cardiac Experience Preferred. * Minimum 1 year of experience as a monitor tech in a hospital setting. * Customer service abilities including effective listening skills. * Ability to remain focused and maintain concentration over extended period of time.Ability to quickly make decisions to report patient condition with minimal supervision. * Ability to perform work that requires frequent standing, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, moving, lifting of patients and/or equipment up to 50 pounds.