What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cardiac Arrhythmia Tech - 36 Hour Midnight Shift position at Henry Ford Macomb Hospital?
Shift Hours: Mid Night Shift, 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
Schedule: Three 12-hour shifts per week (3x12), with every other weekend required.
Total Hours: 36 Hours - Full Time with Full Time benefits
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Under general supervision, monitors and identifies normal and abnormal electrocardiogram (EKG) rhythms utilizing telemetry monitoring equipment. Notifies the appropriate personnel in case of emergency. Maintains equipment associated with cardiac monitoring for all patients who are admitted, discharged or transferred. Competently operates telemetry central station monitoring equipment with knowledge of capability features.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent. Successful completion, during the introductory period, of an arrhythmia course, to include written and verbal testing which will include knowledge and skill validation.
- Demonstrates competency in operating telemetry monitoring equipment and troubleshooting.
- Previous health care experience such as EKG Technician, Medical Assistant, emergency Medical Technician, Nursing Assistant, and/or education in cardiac monitoring preferred.
- Must be able to multitask proficiently and operate equipment in stressful or emergent situations.