About this role
$1000 Sign on Bonus
Telemetry Monitoring
- Full Time
- Nights
- Baylor University Medical Center- Dallas, TX.
JOB SUMMARY
The Monitor Technician monitors, records, interprets and documents the electrocardiograph tracings of patients on telemetry monitors. This position recognizes and reports arrhythmias to medical or nursing staff.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE
Operates complex cardiac monitoring systems, including ECG rhythm screens, computerized dysrhythmia detection system and rhythm printers.
Observes and documents ECG monitors according to established guidelines, and reports to appropriate staff the necessary information such as patient name, room number, cardiac rhythm, dysrhythmia, and life-threatening situations.
Maintains, monitors, cleans equipment and reports any malfunctions to the appropriate Biomed individual.
Sets up central station. Monitors alarms, troubleshoots false alarms, and corrects improper lead placement.
Assists with rhythm interpretation and dysrhythmia detection. Labels monitor strips to indicate significant events such as defibrillation, electrical-cardioversion, CPR and code medication administration.
Records information in patient's log and maintains accurate, neat account of patient's cardiac monitoring status during episode of care. Identifies and records patient's rhythm and changes in patient rhythm and condition.
KEY SUCCESS FACTORS
Must be enrolled in appropriate educational program to receive Cardiac Rhythm Test within one year if current certification is not held.
Knowledge of anatomy and physiology of the heart in relation to waves, complexes, time and voltage as shown through the conduction system and strip interpretation.
Knowledge of telemetry services.
Verbal and written communication skills.
Interpersonal skills.
Ability to work cooperatively with members of the healthcare delivery team.
Ability to handle frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in the workload and work schedules.
Ability to set priorities, make critical decisions, and respond quickly to emergencies.
Ability to handle difficult situations involving patients, physicians, or others in a professional manner.
BENEFITS
Our competitive benefits package includes the following
- Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
- 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
- Tuition Reimbursement
- PTO accrual beginning Day 1
Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level
- EDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent
- EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience
Other facts
About Baylor Scott & White Health
With us by your side, there's no stopping you. It's why we're creating a new kind of healthcare at Baylor Scott & White. And we're just getting started.
As the largest not-for-profit health system in the state of Texas, Baylor Scott & White promotes the health and well-being of every individual, family and community it serves. It is committed to making quality care more accessible, convenient and affordable through its integrated delivery network, which includes the Baylor Scott & White Health Plan, Baylor Scott & White Research Institute, the Baylor Scott & White Quality Alliance and its leading digital health platform — MyBSWHealth.
Through 52 hospitals and more than 1,300 access points, including flagship academic medical centers in Dallas, Fort Worth and Temple, the system offers the full continuum of care, from primary to award-winning specialty care. Founded as a Christian ministry of healing more than a century ago, Baylor Scott & White today serves more than three million Texans.
For more information visit: BSWHealth.com.
What you'll do
- The Monitor Technician monitors and documents electrocardiograph tracings of patients on telemetry monitors, recognizing and reporting arrhythmias. They operate cardiac monitoring systems, maintain equipment, and assist with rhythm interpretation.
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