Telemetry Technician Full Time Nights Vibra Permanent Staffing on behalf of ContinueCARE Hospital Odessa Odessa, TX Job Details Full-time 7 hours ago Qualifications Computer operation Anatomy knowledge Telemetry Collaboration Cardiac rhythm analysis Word processing Computer literacy High school diploma or GED Full Job Description Telemetry Tech Monitors heart rhythm patterns to detect, record, and report normal and abnormal heart rhythm patterns and report alarms and any abnormal interval measurements.

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Must be competent in heart rhythms and cardiac conduction system
• Effectively follow the detailed instructions of medical professionals
• Knowledge and use of central telemetry monitoring equipment, observe for any equipment problems or malfunctions and document and report promptly to supervisor
• Monitor patients on telemetry, identify changes in baseline cardiac rhythms, and notify nurse or nursing supervisor of abnormal telemetry alarms
• Immediately identify, interpret and report any abnormal or lethal cardiac changes when they develop
• Document abnormal heart rhythm alarms or variances which indicate ischemia, acute myocardial infarction, or other pathology.
• Reviews patient information to determine normal heart rhythm patterns and prior variances
• Measure rate and intervals of patients' heart rhythm patterns on a graphic readout, analyze rhythms, and record the information on patients' telemetry charts
• Help identify patients who may no longer meet criteria for cardiac telemetry monitoring
• Collaborate with appropriate staff members to provide a shift report and review any issues
• Perform system checks at the beginning of each shift to ensure equipment is functioning properly, review individual patient alarms and any arrhythmia/dysrhythmia analysis
• Ensure adequate monitoring supplies are in stock and available each shift, e.g. paper, cables, electrodes. Report any needed supplies to shift supervisor.
• Maintain all required competencies.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Other duties as assigned only if coverage is arranged for telemetry monitoring as directed by employee's immediate supervisor.
• Assist in the orientation of new employees in the telemetry monitoring process for the hospital.

STANDARD JOB DUTIES

• Adheres to all components of the Hospital Compliance Plan in performing job duties and reports any violations or suspected violations of the Plan to the Compliance Officer
• Demonstrates professional conduct and complies with hospital and departmental policies and procedures
• Adheres to hospital attendance policy as outlined in the Employee Handbook
• Complies with measures for preventing exposure to blood borne pathogens
• Participates in the Hazardous Material Program; hazards include exposure to blood and body fluids, possible communicable diseases, sharp objects and instruments, assorted chemicals and gasses as listed in the Hazardous Materials Program Manual
• Complies with established Safety and Patient Safety Program practices
• Performs other incidental and related duties as required and/or assigned
• Develops an understanding of responsibilities for recognizing patient abuse and follows policy for making appropriate referrals/interventions.
• Develops an understanding of responsibilities for participation in Performance Improvement activities and participates in such activities.
• Limits access to protected health information (PHI) to the information reasonably necessary to do the job, and shares such information only on a need-to-know basis for work purposes.

(Access to verbal, written and electronic PHI for this job has been determined based on job level and job responsibility within the organization. Computerized access to PHI for this job has been determined as described above and is controlled via user ID and password.)

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience:

High School Diploma or GED. Appropriate knowledge of anatomy and physiology of cardiac conduction system. CNA or a higher medical education preferred. Prior Telemetry experience is preferred. ECG interpretation course is required.

Computer Skills:

Knowledge of basic computer skills and word processing.

Certificates and Licenses:

Certification in arrhythmia course required. Must obtain BLS within 30 days of employment. This position requires that you complete a cardiac rhythm interpretation course and pass a written test with a score of at least 80% with remediation to a 100% passing rate and not miss any lethal rhythms. Telemetry certification preferred.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None Work Environment:

The work environment is representative of that which an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Must be able to interact well in a team environment.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands of this job are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to a qualified individual with a disability who can perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation. The employee must occasionally lift, transfer and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, interpret and distinguish colors, and have the ability to adjust focus while performing the duties of this job. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk; and hear. Acknowledgement of Receipt and Acceptance of Job Description The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work required in this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time and as needed. Acknowledgement of Receipt Policy and Procedure for Continuous Cardiac Monitoring I hereby acknowledge that I have received and have reviewed the Acuity Clinical Services Policy regarding "Continuous Cardiac Monitoring" with my supervisor or manager.

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Work Location:

In person