What are the responsibilities and job description for the Telemetry Tech PCU FT position at Carteret Health Care?
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JOB RELATIONSHIPS
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Clinical Director, Assistant Clinical Director and/or Charge Nurse
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DEFINITION OF POSITION
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Provides constant surveillance of EKG waveforms from a centralized monitoring station. The position tasks and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
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Interprets cardiac rhythms and arrhythmias including PR interval,
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ST segment, QT interval Reports significant changes in heart rate / rhythm to appropriate nursing staff
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Maintains telemetry supplies
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Records events utilizing computer documentation systems
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Follows hospital’s infection control policies as required
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QUALIFICATIONS
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Professional
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High school graduate or equivalent.
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Working knowledge of medical terminology.
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Basic understanding of computers and/or the desire and aptitude to learn.
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Completion of basic EKG arrhythmia course.
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Demonstrated ability to interpret cardiac rhythms and arrhythmias.
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Current Heartsaver Certification.
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