Telemetry Technician - On the Job Training

JOB SUMMARY                                                  

Telemetry Technician: NTMC will provide 3-6 weeks on the job training for this position. Experienced technician is preferred. A Telemetry Technician monitors cardiac rhythms via telemetry monitors. Prepares and compiles telemetry records for the multi-disciplinary team. Effectively communicates with nursing staff to provide safe patient care.  

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS                                                         

• Reflects knowledge and good judgment in decisions and actions within the role of Telemetry Technician
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology of the heart in relation to waves, complexes, time and voltage shown through the conduction system and strip interpretation
• Demonstrates competency in interpreting dysrhythmias
• Maintains awareness of patient location and condition of patient’s telemetric patterns
• Runs and posts rhythm strips at the specified times each shift, alerting charge nurses or primary care nurse to any abnormal rhythms or changes in vital signs 
• Interacts with co-workers, other hospital, staff and the general public in a professional and respectful manner
• Answers the telephone in a timely and polite manner
• Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments
• Participates in conferences involving the care of patients as needed
• Manage and operate equipment safely and correctly
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Supervisor/Manager

BASIC SKILLS                                                                     

• Basic computer skills and knowledge
• Ability to be flexible, organized and function effectively in stressful situations
• Ability to communicate professionally and clearly to co-workers, charge nurse and physicians

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIRED                                                              

• High School diploma or the equivalent (GED)
• Monitor technician certificate awarded by the hospital (upon successful completion of hospital-provided dysrhythmia course) or outside exam certification approved by Supervisor within 6 weeks of hire.

LANGUAGE SKILLS                                                          

• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
• Additional languages are a plus

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS                                                          

• Ability to lift and move equipment up to 25 lbs.
• Required to sit for long periods.
• Ability to push, pull, lift, bend, kneel, twist, and reach above shoulder level.
• Vision and hearing skills must be corrected to near normal range.