Staff Position

Monitor Technician
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital
Atlanta, GA
nights
Sign-On Bonus

$17-45/hour
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Description

Monitor Tech, Cardiac Telemetry, Nights


RESPONSIBLE FOR: Possesses knowledge and ability to provide continuous ECG monitoring through assessment of EKG strips and accurate interpretation of cardiac rhythms and dysrhythmias interpretation including: measurement of P-R intervals, QRS widths, and ST segment deviations. Possesses troubleshooting skills to recognize monitoring problems, identifies probable causes, and seeks solutions to correct the problem. Responsible for maintaining inventories, supplies, hardware and telemetry transmitters in working condition and responsible for appropriately reporting malfunctions promptly as applicable. MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED: High School diploma or GED is required. MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: None MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW: None ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of cardiac rhythms/basic EKG interpretation. Certification as a Certified Cardiac Monitor Telemetry Technician (CCMTT) through the American Education Certification Association or Certified Rhythm Analysis Technician (CRAT) through Cardiovascular Credentialing International is preferred. Successful completion of PHC telemetry monitoring competency assessment within 30 days of hire is required. One (1) year of experience as a monitor technician is preferred.

Pay

Average Georgia Staff Position Pay

$27.68/hour

The average salary for a Monitor Technician is 55% lower than the US average of $43.

Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.