Responsible for continual monitoring of telemetry units and promptly alerting appropriate personnel of significant changes in readings.

Supervises the following positions: None

High school diploma or equivalent required.

One (1) year of experience in healthcare with previous telemetry monitoring experience and/or equivalent education in telemetry monitoring and reading preferred.

Completion of Medical Terminology course preferred.

Previous Telemetry Monitoring experience and/or equivalent education in telemetry monitoring and reading required.

Current BLS certification from a CORALVITA-approved vendor preferred. Ability to project a professional image.

Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements. Strong organizational, prioritizing and analytical skills.

Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.

Working knowledge of computer and software applications used in job functions. Freedom from illegal use of and effects of use of drugs and alcohol in the workplace.

Current BLS certification from a CORALVITA-approved vendor preferred.

Regular and punctual attendance.

English is the primary language of the facility. Ability to read and write, communicate clearly with co-workers and customers and to respond to appropriate questions regarding work process or work product.

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals as appropriate to the position.

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instruction furnished in written, oral and/or diagram form. Ability to define and solve problems and collect data.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to identify and implement components of the Telemetry Monitor Tech process. Identify learning needs and teach patients and families. Ability to communicate and collaborate with a variety of teams and individuals. Working knowledge and ability to apply professional standards of practice in job situations.

Additional Responsibilities

Patient Rights Promotes and protects patients’ rights; treats patients with dignity and

respect; reports suspected abuse or neglect.

Leadership Demonstrates willingness to try new tasks; generates new ideas for change;

evaluates and recognizes priorities; communicates and models organizational values; fosters high performance.

Performance Improvement Applies performance improvement methods and techniques; assists in data

collection; identifies processes for improvement in daily work; and participate in new employee orientation.

Environment of Care Demonstrates understanding of fire and emergency procedures; participates

in fire and disaster drills; demonstrates understanding of safety and security procedures; applies safety and security precautions; demonstrates understanding of hazardous materials plan; demonstrates proper use of equipment.

Infection Control Applies hand-washing principles during daily work; demonstrates

understanding of isolation precautions; demonstrates understanding of the process for identifying and handling infectious waste; maintains personal hygiene; recognizes signs and symptoms of infection and complies with the employee health program; complies with OSHA standards in the work place; and demonstrates understanding of cross-contamination. Complies with applicable health screenings.

Information Management Enters or records data timely and accurately; protects confidentiality of patient

information; protects data against loss or destruction; reports suspected violation of security/confidentiality issues timely.

Demonstrates active listening techniques; gains support through effective relationships; treats others with dignity and respect; seeks feedback; participates in processes to measure effectiveness, efficiency, and service; and maintains reporting mechanisms.

Attends in-service and education programs; attends and completes continuing education required for maintenance of applicable license and/or certification.

The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.