Monitor Tech Internal Only

ONLY DEPARTMENT EMPLOYEES ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY.

The Monitoring Technician is responsible for ongoing surveillance of patient cardiac monitors and provides RN's and/or clinicians with immediate notification of any changes in cardiac rhythms.  The technician delivers telemetry to units.

Minimum Education

• High School Graduate or Equivalent required.
• Successful completion of Basic EKG/Arrhythmia & Dysrhythmia Courses within 90 days of hire.

Minimum Work Experience

• 1 year Monitor Technician experience in a hospital setting preferred
• CMT, or Cardiac experience in related field preferred.

Required Licenses/Certifications

• BLS Certification through American Heart Association.
• National Monitor Certification (Certified Rhythm Analysis Technician (CRAT)) required within 12 months in position, from Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), preferred.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Ability to quickly make decisions to report patient condition with minimal supervision.
• Ability to remain focused and maintains concentration over extended period of time.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret cardiac rhythms and arrhythmias. 
• Demonstrated moderate knowledge of medical terminology
• Ability to move or lift equipment.
• Demonstrated moderate knowledge of basic computer skills.