Telemetry Technician (FR)

Job Responsibility * Observes cardiac and closed-circuit television monitors on patients. * Recognizes arrhythmias and obtains documentary strip. * Reports all arrhythmias to nurse responsible for patient. * Obtains a baseline strip each shift on all monitored patients. * Replaces electrode pads, wires and batteries, as needed. * Obtains EKG's as necessary. * Assures that all emergency equipment is cleaned and checked. Performs related duties, as required. Job Qualification Minimum of one (1) year experience in a hospital setting functioning as a Nursing Attendant/Telemetry Technician, required. OR Successful completion of an Advanced Medical Technician program, required. OR Successful completion of a CCU course, required. Ability to operate cardiac monitors and EKG machine, required. Ability to communicate effectively, and follow written and/or oral instructions.