Cardiac Monitor Tech

BRIDGEPOINT HEALTHCARE

At BridgePoint , whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference that matters. We know the path to recovery doesn't happen alone. As a team, we work cohesively to meet each patient's unique needs. We are a team-driven environment and we care about our own!

Our employees form the foundation of everything we do - optimizing patient healing and wellness, and creating a warm and welcoming environment. It is because of the dedication of our employees that we can live out our mission, vision, and company values every day.

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Cardiac Monitor Tech Job Summary:

The Cardiac Monitor Tech recognizes normal cardiac rhythm patterns, monitors heart rhythm pattern of patients to detect abnormal pattern variances using telemetry equipment; reviews patient information to determine normal heart rhythm pattern, current pattern, and prior variances. The Monitor Tech also observes screen of cardiac monitor and listens for alarm to identify abnormal variation in heart rhythm. In addition, this position will also assist the unit with administrative duties.

Monitor Technician, Cardiac Monitor Tech, Telemetry Technician, Telemetry Tech, Tele Tech

Education: High School Diploma or GED. Completion of an approved Monitor Technician Program. Formal ECG or dysrhythmia class with a minimum of 20 hours' practicum required.

Licenses/Certification: BLS required. ACLS preferred.

Experience: Recent monitor technician experience required and pass rhythm recognition exam with a minimum passing score of 80%. Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and prior secretarial experience required.

About Bridgepoint

BridgePoint Healthcare is dedicated to promoting healing and wellness in a safe and welcoming environment, with an individualized path to recovery for each patient. BridgePoint Healthcare provides patient-centered, individualized care for patients requiring longer hospitalizations in post-acute care settings. We are a diversified provider of post-acute care in settings ranging from long-term acute care hospitals to skilled nursing facilities. Our locations include two in Washington, DC (BridgePoint Hospital National Harborside and BridgePoint Hospital Capitol Hill), and one in New Orleans (BridgePoint Continuing Care Hospital - West Jefferson Campus).