What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cardiac Arrhythmia Tech - Full-Time - Midnights position at Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital?
Job Title: Cardiac Arrhythmia Tech
Location: Henry Ford Health System - 2333 Biddle Ave, Wyandotte, MI 48192
Schedule: Full-Time (40 Hours/Week)
Shift: Midnight Shift
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.