Cardiac Monitor Tech

Overview

Heart. Soul. Expertise. That's what defines an Emory Nursing Support professional. No matter where you are in your nursing career, when you chose this distinguished profession, you chose to change lives. We are proud to be the only health system in Georgia with four Magnet-recognized hospitals: Emory University Orthopedics & Spine Hospital, Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital, Emory University Hospital, and Emory Johns Creek Hospital.

We're looking for passionate nursing support professionals who are ready to join a team that's redefining quality nursing care. As integral members of high-functioning, inter-professional teams, Emory Healthcare is on the frontline of care in our hospitals and operate with a full complement of specialties and the ability to care for medically complex patients.

We've got the backing, knowledge, experience and permission to lead the way in developing new and better approaches to preventing and treating disease, and our patients get treatments years before anyone else.

Are YOU ready to join us?

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Observes, interprets, and records the telemetry recordings for monitored patients. May monitor alarms where applicable.

• Delivers and applies telemetry boxes to patients.

• Ensures correct patient is being monitored.

• Reports significant observations of cardiac rhythms and other alarm information to the health care team.

• Communicates pertinent information to patients as necessary.

• Produces accurate and complete documentation. Complies with handoff communication process.

• Performs other related duties as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A high school diploma or equivalent.

• Certified rhythm analyst technician (CRAT) preferred.

• Successful completion of an approved arrhythmia course preferred or successfully passing an arrhythmia exam on hire.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Medium-Heavy) 36-75 lbs, 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 20-35 lbs, 34-66% of the workday; (frequently); 10-20 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 75 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 35 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking; Occasional sitting; Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing); Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure; Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors; Communicable diseases; Electrical shock; Floor Surfaces; Hot/Cold Temperatures; Indoor/Outdoor conditions; Latex; Lighting; Patient care/handling injuries; Radiation; Shift work; Travel may be required; Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators; environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Additional Details

Title, Salary: min- max/hour, The grade and salary of the position are based on specific criteria met within the qualifications of each level, relevant experience, skills, performance and internal equity. This position is eligible for shift differentials.

$16.10-20.53