Cardiac Telemetry Technician - Weekend Nights

Employment Type: Part timeShift: 12 Hour Night Shift Description: Job Title: Cardiac Telemetry Technician Unit: Monitor Techs Employment Type: Part Time Shift: Night Shift (7pm-7:30am) - Friday and Saturday nights only Location: St. Mary Medical Center

Position Purpose The main function of the cardiac telemetry technician is to: observe cardiac rhythms displayed on central station monitors, interpret patient's cardiac rhythms, document measurements on rhythm strips, respond to alarms and notify the registered nurse of heart rate and rhythm changes.

• Performs real-time observation of patient heart rate & rhythm on central station ECG monitors. Troubleshoots for quality ECG tracings. Faulty leads or electrode placement, battery function and signal transmission.

• Initiates and discontinues telemetry monitoring for admission, transferred and discharged patients. Suspension of monitoring as appropriate.

• Assures accurate screen entry of patient identification information as defined.

• Verifies Alarm limit settings at shift change and maintains appropriate settings

• Responds to alarms timely. Silences alarm. Evaluates rhythm creating alarm timely.

• Notifies RN if indicated. Communicates EMERGENCY and NON –EMERGENCY rhythm changes to RN as defined per policy. Demonstrates use of the escalation process Documents rhythms changes. Documents RN notifications.

• Documents individual patient alarm parameters.

• Prints rhythm strips and accurately documents: Measured PR interval, Measured QRS interval, Measured QT interval, Measured heart rate. Legible rhythm interpretation, comments and signature.

• Delivers printed ECG tracings (routine and changes) to nursing units via designated system timely.

• Performs hourly checks by: Reviewing stored patient data. Comparing previous ECG tracings and real-time patient rhythm. Evaluating trends for any changes.

• Reports variations affecting patient monitoring to Nursing Manager/Supervisor. Documents events in logbook or tracking tool.

• Performs other duties as assigned including charge role as requested.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Graduate/Equivalent.

• Successful completion of dysrhythmia course.

• 2-4 years experience preferred.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefit packages, including medical, dental, vision, mental health, paid time off, 403B, education assistance and voluntary benefits (pet insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity and others) available from the first day of employment.

• Work/Life balance with flexible schedules.

• Free onsite parking.

• Our mission and core values are what drive each member of Trinity Health to support each other, communicate openly and respectfully while embracing a culture that nurtures a healing, safe environment for all.

• Referral Rewards Program

• Onsite discounted childcare through Bright Horizons

About Us: St. Mary Medical Center is a beautiful 53-acre state-of-the-art facility comprised of more than 700 physicians, nearly 3,000 colleagues, and 1,100 volunteers committed to providing quality care delivered with compassion and respect. St. Mary attracts top doctors, introduces cutting-edge technologies and implements advanced procedures to meet the healthcare needs of the people it serves, including the nearly 630,000 residents of Bucks County.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.