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Heart Hospital of Austin
Monitor Technician
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A Telemetry Technician operates EKG (electrocardiogram) equipment to monitor heart activity in a patient. Works closely with cardiologists to diagnose cardiovascular conditions and problems.
$40,752 / year median in Texas
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a(an) Monitor Technician today with Heart Hospital of Austin. Job Summary and Qualifications As a Monitor Technician, you will maintain close observation of the electrocardiograph patterns of patients. You will observe and interpret cardiac telemetry tracings at a central monitoring station, and record rhythm data at regular intervals. You will also perform a variety of clerical duties. you will perform monitoring of patients who have cardiac telemetry ordered You will constantly observe and monitor patients to detect changes in cardiac rhythms You will obtain a rhythm strip and correctly label it with patient information You will inform the primary nurse of any changes in rhythms or significant changes in rate, as well as any life threatening dysrhythmias You will maintain records of each patient's cardiac rate and rhythm You will prepare equipment and maintain floor stock for patients Job Requirements Experience Previous experience as a Monitor Technician
- preferred On-the-job training in dysrhythmia interpretation with an 85% pass rate on exam within orientation period Education High school graduate or GED equivalent 1+ years of college
- preferred Basic EKG course
- preferred Benefits Heart Hospital of Austin, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues.
- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence Savings and retirement resources , including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts Learn more about
Employee Benefits Note:
Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. Heart Hospital of Austin, a proud member of St. David's HealthCare, stands as a leading 72-bed facility renowned for its exceptional performance in cardiovascular care. Specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular disease, the hospital provides a comprehensive 24-hour emergency department to address urgent health needs. With innovative programs like the Executive Wellness Program and the Advanced Heart Failure Program, including cutting-edge therapies such as extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) and the left ventricular assist device (LVAD), patients receive world-class treatment. Boasting six operating rooms—three of which are hybrid—alongside three catheterization labs and expert electrophysiology services, Heart Hospital of Austin is equipped to handle complex cardiovascular cases effectively. With an impressive track record as a 12-year recipient of Merative's (formerly PINC AI) 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals award and recognition from Healthgrades as Texas's No. 1 cardiac program for six consecutive years, the hospital is a beacon of excellence. Additionally, it hosts one of the largest non-academic cardiovascular research programs globally, solidifying its commitment to advancing heart health for patients everywhere. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. "The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual.- Dr.