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SSM Health

Telemonitor Technician

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What they do

A Telemetry Technician operates EKG (electrocardiogram) equipment to monitor heart activity in a patient. Works closely with cardiologists to diagnose cardiovascular conditions and problems.

$41,912 / year median in Missouri

+2% projected growth

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Job Description

Telemonitor Technician SSM Health - 3.5 St. Louis, MO Job Details Full-time 6 hours ago Benefits Paid parental leave Health insurance Parental leave Qualifications Cardiovascular documentation Heart rate monitoring Telemetry Inventory records Cardiac rhythm analysis No experience needed High school diploma or GED Experience working with cardiac care patients Data entry Entry level 10 years Full Job Description St. Mary's Hospital -St. Louis Job Id R199724 Night Shift
JOB DESCRIPTION
It's more than a career, it's a calling. MO-SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - St.
Louis Worker Type:
Regular Job Highlights:
Join a team where your work matters—every moment, every patient, every community. At SSM Health, you'll be empowered to grow, supported to thrive, and inspired to make a lasting impact. Previous cardiac monitor technician experience preferred, along with demonstrated teamwork skills and the ability to collaborate effectively in a team-oriented environment.
Department :
Telemetry/Monitor Tech Schedule:
Schedule:
This full-time night shift position is scheduled for three 12-hour shifts per week from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM. Team members are required to work every third weekend (Saturday and Sunday nights) and participate in the holiday rotation schedule. Apply today. SSM Health -We bring out the incredible in you, everyday.
Job Summary:
Ensures continuous monitoring of cardiac rhythms by observing cardiac monitors; maintains all records and reports of rhythm strips in accordance with the established nursing standards and procedures.
Job Responsibilities and Requirements:
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Runs strip at time of admission, every 4 hours, and with any rhythm change. Measures PR, QRS, and QT and interprets rhythm accurately when a strip is run. Each strip is signed with first initial, full last name and position. Tubes completed rhythm verification form to appropriate unit in a timely manner. Posts strips on telemetry log for all units. Notifies appropriate unit and staff for any changes in baseline rhythm, including heart rate, or potentially lethal rhythms in adults or children according to protocol. Ensures that alarms are on at all times and set at appropriate limits for adults and children according to protocol. Notifies appropriate staff when electrodes or batteries need to be checked, replaced or changed. Demonstrates awareness of the effect certain procedures or medications have on a patient's rhythm. Runs continuous strip for sustained VT, V-fib, asystole and bradycardia less than 40 per minute until code team arrives or otherwise notified. Maintains telemetry logs, current patient information, does transmitter/SPO2 inventory per shift, and telemetry charges. Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION
High School diploma/GED or 10 years of work experience
EXPERIENCE
No experience required
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs. Frequent sitting, standing, walking, reaching and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements. Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors. Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication. Ability to hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc. Frequent keyboard use/data entry. Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting and gripping. Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs. Rare climbing.
REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
None Department:
3014000100
Monitor Techs Work Shift:
Night Shift (United States of America)
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
36
Benefits:
SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.
Paid Parental Leave :
we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
Flexible Payment Options:
our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
Upfront Tuition Coverage :
we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.