What are the responsibilities and job description for the Monitor Technician position at Sentara?
Sentara Obici Hospital is hiring for a Full Time Days Monitor Technician.
The Monitor Tech observes, recognizes, interprets, evaluates, and documents EKG tracings on telemetry-monitored patients in order to detect deviations from patient's norm. Promptly notifies appropriate personnel of dysrhythmias. Operates and utilizes monitoring system to full capacity. Ensures proper and safe functioning of the telemetry equipment.
Completion of a monitor technician surveillance program/course required upon hire. Candidates who have not completed a monitor technician surveillance program must complete a certificate program within 90 days of hire.1 year experience in monitor technician surveillance within the last 5 years will be accepted in substitute of a monitor tech surveillance program/course. To be released from new employee orientation all Monitor Technicians must successfully complete the Sentara Basic Arrhythmia competency tool which includes passing a basic arrhythmia exam.
Education
HS Diploma or Equivalent GED (Required)
Experience
One year of EKG/Monitor Technician Experience - Preferred
Salary : $1,000 - $1,000,000