Tenet Healthcare Corporation Jasper , AL 35504
Posted 2 weeks ago
Sign on Bonus up to $2,500 for Eligible Candidates
Walker Baptist Medical Center: Located in Jasper, this facility is equipped with 267 beds and specializes in cardiology; orthopedics, including rehabilitation; psychiatric care; urology; and detox therapy.
Job Summary
Responsible for the set-up of telemetry on physician orders by ensuring proper placement of electrodes, running strips, and replacing batteries as needed.
Job Responsibilities
The responsibilities of the monitor technician include reviewing cardiac rhythm patterns, identify rhythm abnormalities, noting irregularities in the monitoring patient log, ensuring that heart monitors are functioning correctly, and reporting any patient cardiac charges to the nursing staff.
Monitor technicians should have good analytical and technical skills, a working knowledge of medical equipment and software, as well as good communication skills when interacting with staff and the ability to remain calm in stressful environments.
Education
A High school diploma or GED.
An EKG or monitor technician associate degree, diploma, or certification is preferred.
Experience
A minimum of 6 months experience in cardiac monitoring or hospital clinical environment.
Special Training
Heartsaver preferred within 90 days of employment or transfer
Arrythmia Course
EKG Test with a passing score of 90 or higher
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