Monitor Technician - Falls Church, United States - Inova Health System

Inova Health System

Verified Company

Falls Church, United States

4 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

The Monitor Technician performs electrocardiogram (EKG) interpretations by analyzing and recording atrial and ventricular rates and rhythms.

Measures EKG waveforms, by using accepted standards and guidelines, of which the results provide the current data required to determine appropriate treatment of arrhythmias and immediate intervention of life threatening situations.

Performs cardiac monitoring by continuously observing monitor screens for proper waveform on each telemetry patient in order to prevent loss of signal and ensure accurate capture of potential cardiac events.

Demonstrates teamwork by communicating effectively and working cooperatively with others to optimize job performance and foster productive working relationships.

**Job Responsibilities

Maintains rhythm strips and monitoring logs in accordance with unit policies and as evidenced by random audits of log books.
Notifies nurse immediately of loss of clear telemetry signal and arranges for coverage when leaving monitor room.
Recognizes, records and informs nurse of abnormalities/changes in patient waveforms.
Troubleshoots and maintains equipment and supplies.
Admits and discharges patients out of telemetry system in accordance with unit policy.
Participates in unit quality improvement initiatives as evidenced by attendance at staff meetings and verbalizing understanding of unit initiatives.
Pages STAT to Registered Nurse and healthcare team members for patients with life threatening arrhythmias and initiates MSET per unit policy. May perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements For Consideration

Location - Inova Center for Personalized Health

Minimum Education - High School or GED

Schedule -Fulltime NIGHT SHIFT 7PM to 7AM

Experience - Prior telemetry monitoring experience/EKG monitoring in a hospital setting REQUIRED

Inova Benefits and Perks:

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Health, Vision, and Dental Coverage:

Life Insurance, Short/Long Term Disability:

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NEW 4 weeks PAID PARENTAL LEAVE
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Retirement:Inova matches dollar for dollar the first 5% of your eligible pay that you contribute to the plan

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Competitive salary:Pay based experience

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Amazing Paid Time Off:Accrue PTO hours on your very first day of work
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Supplemental Plans:Including Auto/Home Insurance discounts, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection
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Additional Benefits:Educational Assistance of up to $5,250/year, Student Loan Refinancing, Adoption Assistance, Child Care Centers, Scholarship Program, Free Parking, Exclusive savings opportunities to in-store events, theme parks, discounts, movie tickets and local offerings and so much more

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Benefits Here: 2024 INOVA BENEFITS GUIDE