Monitor Tech

Position Summary

Performs various activities regarding electrocardiograms on patients requiring continual cardiac monitoring. 

• Attaches, connects, and operates electrodes from specified body areas to leads from electrocardiograph machine or stress test machine. 
• Reviews patient's record and instructs patients prior to procedures. Monitors patient during procedures and reports any abnormal findings.  
• Identifies and corrects for artifacts. Edits and forwards results to attending physician for analysis and interpretation.  
• Maintains EKG equipment and supplies.  
• Runs a strip per department protocol.  Maintains telemetry documentation of reported information.  
• Notifies Biomed of any equipment problems.  
• Assists in training new Monitor Techs. 

• Minimum Requirements 
  • Education: High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (G.E.D.). Completion of basic EKG examination if not already completed.   
  • Experience: Previous experience as Patient Care Tech, Medical Assistant, Monitor Tech or Monitor Tech Trainee. Or equivalent. 
• Preferred Requirements 
  • Education: One (1) year experience as Patient Care Tech, Medical Assistant, Monitor Tech, Monitor Tech Trainee in an acute healthcare setting.  
  • Certifications: Specialty areas Basic Life Support (BLS).  

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