A Monitor Tech observes the heartbeats and electrocardiograms (EKG) of patients in intensive care units or ICUs.
What you will do:
• Monitors and reviews patient information to determine baseline cardiac rhythm analysis
• Notifies RN of cardiac rhythm variances that indicate pacemaker malfunction.
• Examine heartbeat patterns, noting heartbeat irregularities in patient files, ensuring that heart monitors are functioning correctly, and reporting to the medical staff in charge of the patients
Qualifications
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: High School Diploma or GED
Experience: 1-2 yrs
License None
Certification BLS/CPR (AMERICAN HEART ASSN), EKG Certification
Description
Up to $3,000 Sign On Bonus available based on experience
POSITION SUMMARY
Required Formal EKG class with a minimum of 24 hours (certification or transcripts with hours required).
• Required to pass a successful completion of Basic Arrhythmia Assessment test with a score of 80% or better (test administered pre-hire).
• Required current BLS card
• Related training required through work experience and education.
• Preferred 1-2 years of previous job-related experience.
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