What are the responsibilities and job description for the Telemetry Technician position at Highlands Medical Center?
POSITION SUMMARY:
Telemetry technicians are responsible to independently observe and interpret cardiac rhythms and documenting them in patient record. Other responsibilities include coordinating availability of transmitters, lead cables, and other monitoring supplies.
EDUCATION/ SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Successful completion of a basic EKG course and identification of cardiac rhythm examination. MOAB required.
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:
None Required.
PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY:
The Employee is eligible for the perioperative nursing educational program, once accepted into the educational program by the Instructor at Corporate University at Huntsville Hospital, subject to the limitations set forth herein. The Employee must be a Registered Nurse and be a full-time employee during the educational program at Huntsville Hospital to receive this benefit.