Monitor Technician, Full Time at Holy Cross in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Job Description:

Employment Type:Full time
Shift:12 Hour Day Shift




Description:

* Initiates, discontinues and maintains telemetry monitoring as ordered: admitting or
discharging patient to monitor, changing batteries, electrodes, and cleaning equipment.
* Reviews alarm trends at the end of the shift, reporting/"hand off" to the oncoming shift.
* Records telemetry strip every 4 hours and gives the strip to the RN. Then, at the
beginning of each shift, print a strip and document PR, QRS, QT, HR, date, time and mount
the strip. The RN will validate your interpretation by signing the mounting document.
* Monitors and reviews patient information to determine baseline cardiac rhythm analysis
and variance from baseline.
* Seeks assistance in identifying unusual rhythms.
* Notifies RN of cardiac rhythm variances that indicate pacemaker malfunction.


Minimum Qualifications
* Required a High School Diploma
* Related training required through work experience and education.


* Preferred 1-2 years of previous job-related experience.
* Required Formal EKG class with a minimum of 24 hours.
* Required successful completion of Basic Arrnythmia Assessment test with a score of 80% or
better.
* Required current BLS card.



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Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.