Cardiac Monitor Tech.
PER DIEM•Chicago
About this role
Description
The Monitor Technician is responsible for continuous cardiac monitoring of patients on telemetry. This role focuses on accurate rhythm interpretation, early recognition of changes, and timely communication with nursing staff to support patient safety. The Monitor Technician plays a vital role in the inpatient care team and requires sustained attention in a fast-paced clinical environment. This opportunity is Registry, 12 hr. shift, 7pm-7:30am.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Continuously monitor cardiac rhythms for patients on telemetry
2. Interpret and recognize cardiac rhythms, rate changes, ectopy, and dysrhythmias
3.Identify significant or life-threatening rhythm changes and promptly notify nursing staff per protocol
4.Maintain appropriate alarm parameters based on patient condition
5. Document rhythm strips and monitoring activities accurately and timely
6. Troubleshoot telemetry equipment and lead placement issues
7. Maintain focus while monitoring multiple patients simultaneously
Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- High School diploma or equivalent from an accredited program required
- Demonstrated competency in cardiac rhythm interpretation
- Ability to recognize common and complex arrhythmias
- Must have 1 year of cardiac monitoring experience.
- Evidence of documented training program in arrhythmia recognition.
- BLS/CPR certification required
Preferred Experience
- Previous inpatient telemetry or centralized monitoring experience
- Familiarity with hospital telemetry systems
- Experience working in an acute care or hospital setting
Community First Medical Center is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer who is committed to cultivating diversity, equity and inclusion within all aspects of our organizations. We stand against and prohibit discrimination in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.
What you'll do
- The Monitor Technician is responsible for continuous cardiac monitoring of patients on telemetry, focusing on accurate rhythm interpretation and timely communication with nursing staff. This role is vital for patient safety and requires sustained attention in a fast-paced clinical environment.
About Community First Medical Center
Our Story, Our Mission to Serve
Community First Medical Center’s mission is to provide compassionate medical and nursing care as well as advanced diagnostic and treatment services that promote our patients’ well being.
Recognizing the need to provide quality healthcare in the local community, our dedicated doctors and medical staff stood united in the face of a looming hospital closure. Ultimately pushing the previous ownership to put the hospital up for bid, our doctors, together with Community First Healthcare of Illinois, saved the hospital in December of 2014 and continue to put the health of our community first.
Community First Medical Center is a 299-licensed bed hospital, which includes industry leading spine and orthopedic practices, a radiology center, and an extensive outpatient services center.
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What does a Cardiac Monitor Tech. do at Community First Medical Center?
As a Cardiac Monitor Tech. at Community First Medical Center, you will: the Monitor Technician is responsible for continuous cardiac monitoring of patients on telemetry, focusing on accurate rhythm interpretation and timely communication with nursing staff. This role is vital for patient safety and requires sustained attention in a fast-paced clinical environment..
Is the Cardiac Monitor Tech. position at Community First Medical Center remote?
The Cardiac Monitor Tech. position at Community First Medical Center is based in Chicago, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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