JOB SUMMARY:

To provide specialized advanced technical skills in all technical aspects of the telemetry monitoring system.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Operates and troubleshoots all functions of the telemetry monitoring system:

o   Admits, transfers, and discharges patient and enters all required information in telemetry monitoring system.

o   Adjusts alarms.

o   Reviews trends and alarms.

o   Cleans and maintains telemetry monitors/holders and accounts for monitor upon patient discharge.

o   Accounts for all monitors at the end of each assigned shift.

o   Orders monitoring supplies.

o   Obtains and documents rhythm strips per unit/department standards

o   Maintains log book on all monitored patients.

• Provides precise continual surveillance and analysis of cardiac rhythms on electrocardiographic Central Station:

o   Interprets EKG rhythms.

o   Recognizes significant EKG events.

o   Communicates information to the responsible individual within an appropriate time frame.

o   Immediately reports significant or life threatening changes to a RN.

• Participates in orienting and teaching of nursing staff, physicians and students as related to monitoring equipment.
• Assists with maintenance of unit equipment.

o   Performs daily quality checks of freestanding cardio-defibrillators.

• Maintains a safe environment:

o   Ensures that equipment has current electrical and maintenance inspections.

o   Reports all malfunctioning equipment.

• Provides age appropriate interaction and care as indicated.
• Uses aseptic techniques and infection control measures in performance of duties.
  • Recognizes patient care priorities, treatment plans, objectives, and potential crisis.
  • Respects and supports patient / family rights.
  • Practices positive guest and peer relations.
  • Participates in and supports quality improvement activities.
  • Demonstrates acceptable productivity and practices cost containment.
  • Functions as an interdependent and supportive team member.
  • Participates in and promotes the development of self and others.
  • Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.

  MARGINAL OR PERIODIC JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Performs related duties as required.

  REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

  High school diploma or equivalent.  Successful completion of EMT – Paramedic program or graduation from related allied health sciences program or one (1) year related experience.  Passing score of 80% or higher of UTMB’s arrhythmia test.