Cardiac Monitor Technician Sr - AGH - Full Time

General Overview

Performs continuous observations, interpretation, and communication of cardiac rhythms for monitored patients; performs TR Band removals. Assists and supports the monitor technicians. nurses and physicians in the care of the monitored patient population through direct and indirect patient care activities.

Essential Responsibilities

• Demonstrates competency in removal of TR bands. Accurately documents TR band removal per facility policy. (25%)
• Accurately analyzes and interprets ECG rhythms according to procedures. Lead Shift Operations; Act as the primary point of contact for operational questions, facilitate communication, and guide junior CMTs. (20%)
• Maintains continuous assessment of ECG rhythm at central monitor and during patient transport. Identifies changes and responds or reports as appropriate. (20%)
• Demonstrates knowledge of central station and bedside monitors. Maintains alarms at appropriate levels. (15%)
• Contributes to achievement of department, division, and organization goals. (10%)
• Recognizes clinically significant changes in patient condition, reports to appropriate personnel and follows CMU Escalation Protocol. (10%)
• P erforms other duties as assigned or required.

Qualifications

Minimum

• Minimum 3 years Cardiac Monitor Technician experience
• Basic cardiac dysrhythmia training or successful completion of a cardiac dysrhythmia training course upon hire

Additional Employment Requirements

• CPR - American Heart Association
• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate

Compliance Requirement

This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.

As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company's Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy.

Furthermore, it is every employee's responsibility to comply with the company's Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.

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