What are the responsibilities and job description for the Monitor Technician position at CommonSpirit Health?
Where You’ll Work
CHI Memorial, a member of CommonSpirit, is an award-winning, not-for-profit, faith-based health care organization dedicated to the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Founded by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, we offer a comprehensive continuum of care, from preventative and primary care to acute hospital services specializing in cancer, cardiac, neuroscience, stroke, and orthopedic services. Our commitment to excellence has earned us top prestigious recognition repeatedly from U.S. News and World Report, PINC AI™, CMS, Healthgrades®, Leapfrog, and most recently as one of the Best Places to Work in Tennessee. We are proud to serve Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia with the expertise of 4,700 team members and nearly 500 affiliated physicians.
Job Summary and Responsibilities
As a Monitor Tech, you will be responsible for continuous observation and analysis of patients' cardiac rhythms to detect and report changes.Every day you will meticulously monitor EKG strips, identify arrhythmias, measure intervals, and promptly communicate critical findings to nursing staff and healthcare providers, ensuring accurate documentation.To be successful, you will demonstrate sharp observational skills, a thorough understanding of cardiac rhythms, and the ability to act quickly and precisely under pressure, crucial for patient safety and timely intervention.- Telemetry Monitoring:
- Continuously monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms for multiple simultaneously, utilizing advanced telemetry monitoring equipment.
- Accurately identify and document any changes in heart rhythm, including arrhythmias, ischemia, and other abnormalities.
- Utilize critical thinking skills to assess the significance of observed changes and escalate concerns to the appropriate healthcare professionals.
- Maintain a high level of vigilance and responsiveness, ensuring timely and accurate communication of critical information.
- Communication and Documentation:
Job Requirements
Required- High School Graduate General Studies, upon hire or
- High School GED General Studies, upon hire and
- None, upon hire
- Other EKG Technician program or equivalent, upon hire and
- Demonstrated proficiency in EKG interpretation and telemetry monitoring.
Salary : $15 - $21