What are the responsibilities and job description for the Monitor Technician-FT Nights- Telemetry position at FT Nights- Telemetry - Grady Health System Careers?
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SUMMARY
Observes, evaluates, reports, interprets and records electrocardiogram (EKG) recordings for monitored patients. The Telemetry Monitor Technician provides indirect patient care to adolescents through the adult patient population. The Telemetry Monitor Technician under the supervision of the Registered Professional Nurse and or/the Physician is responsible for providing age-appropriate, culturally and ethnically sensitive care, maintaining a safe environment, collecting information, communicating effectively and utilizing technology. The role of the Telemetry Monitor Technician also includes patient advocacy.
QUALIFICATIONS
• High school diploma or GED
• An EKG certification or equivalent
Or
In lieu of EKG Certification, Telemetry Certification, Cardiac Monitoring Certification, Arrhythmia Analysis Certification, Cardiac Sonography Certification, or Patient Care Technician (PCT) Certification with evidence of
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required or must be completed within 30 days of employment.
• Requires successful completion of an EKG Interpretation Exam with a passing score as determined by the valid and reliable testing source/program used.
• Demonstrate ability to use a computer
Equal Opportunity Employer-Minorities/Females/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.