EKG Telemetry Monitor Technician, Nights

BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

·         PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage

·         100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay

·         Paid Time Off, available day one

·         Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)

·         Paid Parental Leave Benefit

·         Wellness programs

·         Tuition Reimbursement

·         Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer

·         Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

Shift Schedule:

• Night Shift
• 3x12-hour shifts
• 6:45pm to 7:15am
• Weekends and holidays required

Please Note: Attach the following prior to submitting your application:

• An updated resume with all relevant work experience, education, vocational training, certifications, and/or licenses.
• A copy of training diplomas or certificates.
• A copy of certifications and/or licenses.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Required

·         Education
High School Diploma or equivalent

·         Experience
1 year of experience as a Monitor Tech or related field and/or successful completion of a Basic EKG course
Must be able to read, write and communicate in English.

·         Licenses and Certifications
(BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT certification, course by American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) is required Upon Hire

•   Telemetry experience strongly preferred

JOB DUTIES

·         Initiates, maintains, troubleshoots and discontinues electrodes, leads, and transmitters as requested. Selects appropriate lead for monitoring. Assesses quality of tracing as compared to baseline, lack of electrical interference and freedom of artifact.

·         Interprets EKG strips including rate, rhythm, PR, QRS and QT intervals. Records/interprets strips on all patients at the beginning of each shift to establish a baseline and then as needed for changes or significant events. Does not discharge patient from system until all essential data has been printed and obtains Charge Nurse approval.

·         Keeps telemetry log current. Maintains monitoring equipment and supplies with consideration for cost containment. Demonstrates ability to safely and accurately use all equipment and troubleshoot Telemetry Monitoring Station. Follows infection control and safety policies and procedures.

·         Reports abnormal and critical arrhythmias to RN immediately. Assists with providing complete documentation of strips during resuscitation. Gives report to oncoming shift: rhythm, rate, and any significant changes noted during the current shift.

·         Provides continuous monitoring and obtains coverage when leaving the area. Monitors are never left unattended.

·         Successfully pass the EKG exam (90% or greater) administered by the clinical educator.

·         Assumes accountability for all actions in the workplace. Reports errors promptly.

·         Orients new staff and students to work areas. Collaborates with other nursing staff and hospital employees to create an environment that is conducive to the retention of qualified personnel.

·         Attends at least 80% of scheduled staff meetings and 100% of mandatory educational sessions.

·         Utilizes downtime to assist others and/or to provide additional assistance as requested.

·         Performs other dutie as assigned.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT
Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO Statement
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.