Monitor Tech, Full-Time, Days - Columbia, United States - Prisma Health

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    Job Summary

    Observes cardiac monitors to identify abnormal heart rhythms under the supervision of a registered nurse. Performs duties in a centralized monitoring environment that monitors patients across multiple departments.

    Accountabilities


    • Continually observes cardiac monitors and reports any changes in cardiac rhythm per policy. 50%
    • Receives report from the previous shift and documents strips per policy. 5%
    • Responsible for the management and distribution of transmitter boxes. Ensures transmitter boxes are returned to the surveillance center in a timely manner after discontinuation of telemetry monitoring. 10%
    • Reports problems regarding poor transmission, etc. to the appropriate unit and personnel. Reports telemetry system failures to designated personnel and departments. 10%
    • Completes telemetry summary report per policy guidelines. 5%
    • Triages incoming phone calls, provides appropriate information in a calm and concise manner and logs phone calls. 10%
    • Maintains adequate supplies and keeps the monitoring areas and equipment clean and organized. 5%
    • Participates in training and the continuous development of new staff. Attends educational programs, in-services and meetings as required. 5%
    Minimum Qualifications


    • Education - High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
    • Experience - No previous experience required
    • Previous experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
    Other Required Skills/Experience


    After hire, requires attendance of formal arrhythmia training class and successful completion of the Prisma Health Arrhythmia exam with a minimum passing score within 2 attempts.

    Successful completion of the arrhythmia exam must be completed within 30 days of hire.

    Arrhythmia competencies must be maintained on an annual basis if selected into a monitor tech role.

    Work Shift

    Day (United States of America)

    Location

    Richland

    Facility

    1510 Richland Hospital

    Department

    Central Monitoring Station


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