Monitor Technician

Monitor Technician - Telemetry/Observation Unit (Tele/Obs)

• 30-bed unit specializing in cardiac, medical, and surgical patients

• Individualized, comprehensive orientation program.

• Basic Rhythm course, ACLS certification, and NIHSS course provided.

• Mentorship program after orientation

• Part time (48 hours biweekly)

• Shift: 7am-7pm and 7pm - 7am (12-hour day/night rotation)

• Every third weekend

• Eligible for weekend differential

Position Function: The Monitor Technician monitors patients' EKG waveforms, rhythms, and vital signs in a centralized monitoring station. The Monitor Technician provides the nurses and physicians with precise analysis of cardiac rhythms through oral communication and written documentation. The Monitor Technician detects abnormal pattern variances and notifies the primary RN immediately.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Job Specifics

1. Interprets patients EKG pattern.

2. Adjustments to rhythm alarms made in collaboration with bedside nurse.

3. Works closely with bedside nurse as medication adjustments are being implemented.

4. Communicates in a timely manner any aberrancies or arrhythmias to the primary RN and/or Resource Nurse, recognizing the significance of the interpretation and need for appropriate intervention.

5. Completes rhythm competencies as required and by due date.

6. Print and interpret rhythm strips every eight hours and place in telemetry log book. Identifying PR, QRS and QT intervals.

7. Print and interpret rhythm strips, legibly documents rhythm change or new occurrence and notify nursing personnel.

8. Ensure alarms are on and properly set at all times.

9. Responds appropriately to emergent rhythms.

10. Verifies correct patient information is entered into central monitor system to assure accuracy for recording rhythms

11. Maintains equipment operation and reports any malfunction to bio med department immediately

12. Completes assignments before end of shift, communicates outstanding issues to the next shift for follow up.

13. Able to communicate with the clinicians as requested.

14. Provides thorough reports of patient rhythm activity to the bedside nurse and/or resource nurse during intershift handoff.

15. Provides verbal report to oncoming monitor tech.

16. Maintains a safe environment in department for all parties

17. Demonstrates good hand washing techniques

18. Wears ID badge at chest level at all times

19. Performs other duties and tasks as assigned

Qualifications and Standards

Education: High school graduate. Completion of a medical assistant, EMT or related program with course work in medical terminology, anatomy, or cardiac rhythms and/or the equivalent in experience preferred. Successful completion of EKG class with minimum score of 80% required.

Experience: Experience applying customer service behaviors and communication skills required. Experience in reading cardiac rhythms preferred.

Certifications/Licensure: None required.

Quality of Life

Franklin County, named after Benjamin Franklin, was officially formed in 1784. One of its two main towns, the borough of Chambersburg, lies 13 miles north of Maryland and is known for its "green, safe environment." In the southern part of Franklin County, the borough of Waynesboro sits just two miles north of the Mason-Dixon Line and is known for its rich industrial history.

Franklin County is in the heart of Central Pennsylvania, where you'll find mountains, lakes and a picturesque countryside coupled with theater, music, skiing, hunting, fishing and much more. We're in the heart of America's fruit orchards, so peaches, apples and lots of other local produce are available close by. The area features local wineries and breweries, along with a vibrant arts scene at the historic Capitol Theatre and Totem Pole Playhouse. Franklin County merges the best of small-town friendliness with easy access to metropolitan areas. (Patient population: 154,000)

WellSpan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy and intention of the System to maintain consistent and equal treatment toward applicants and employees of all job classifications without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.