What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cardiac Monitor Tech (Telemetry Tech) position at Fairview Health Services?
The University of Minnesota Medical Center - East Bank Campus is looking for a passionate and hardworking Nursing Monitor Technician to join our Cardiology unit!
Our 38-bed unit cares for patients with heart conditions, heart and lung transplants, surgeries, chest pains, heart failures and rhythm issues.
This position works a .7FTE (56 hours per 2 week pay period), on the day and evening rotation. These are are 8 hour shifts (7am-330pm and 3pm-1130pm) with every other weekend rotation.
Responsibilities Job Description
This position is responsible for:
- Observing and monitoring a central bank of patient information related to EKGs oxygen saturation and BP's
- Timely communication to RN if there are any changes in these parameters
You may also work as a Nursing Station Technician under the direction of a nurse to assist in:
- Delivery of patient care including personal hygiene and daily activities
- Transporting patients and equipment
- Setting up and maintaining patient rooms
- Reordering and stocking supplies
Qualifications
Required:
- Basic Life Support
- Basic ECG training, reading and interpretation at time of hire or within 30 days -OR-
- NST for minimum of one year on Cardiac Telemetry PCU - OR –
- Nursing Student with successful completion of one year
Preferred:
- Completion of formal Medical Assistant, EMT, Nursing Assistant or other formal health science education program
- 1 years related health care experience
- Formal ECG training
- ECG Certification
Additional Requirements (must be obtained or completed within a period of time):
- Successful completion of Basic ECG interpretation class within 30 days of hire and annual ECG test
EEO Statement
EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status