Summary
The Telemetry Monitor Technician will be accountable and responsible for the continuous monitoring of cardiac rhythms that includes conducting arrhythmia analysis.
Interpret and document cardiac rhythms as directed by established patient care algorithms and quality assurance standards.
Communicate with nursing units regarding patient’s rhythm status and changes
Communicate with nursing units regarding telemetry equipment needs, issues and or concerns.
Perform troubleshooting of telemetry equipment on the nursing units.
Participate in the PDCA process
Pulse ox and other
Mission Statement
Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?
Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world’s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
2:1 Match on retirement savings
Responsibilities*
Participate and follow standards of practice in patient care consisted with national professional and regulatory guidelines.
Work closely with nursing units whose patients are being monitored through the remote telemetry program
Monitor cardiac rhythms for all patients assigned to remote telemetry.
Conduct arrhythmia analysis for patients assigned to remote telemetry.
Conduct a systematic review of history alarms and the scanning of 24 hour data for abnormalities.
Expedient communication with nursing units regarding changes in the patient’s rhythm status and telemetry equipment needs, issues and or concerns.
Troubleshoot any conductivity on the nursing units.
Required Qualifications*
Required Educational Requirement:
Graduate of a Cardiovascular Technical Program or equivalent.
High school diploma or equivalent
Advanced knowledge of ECG interpretation demonstrated by an advanced arrhythmia exam given by the department
Must be able to maintain composure during stressful situations
Knowledge of anatomy and physiology of the heart and abnormal heart rhythms
Basic Life Support Certification
Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Pre-interview pre-ekg test will be required
NOTE: Required qualifications must be met by the candidate in order to be interviewed and considered for the position.

RESUME REQUIRED (for both internal & external applicants):

You must attach a complete and accurate resume to be fully considered for this position.

Desired Qualifications*
Familiarity with the continuous quality improvement process
Remote Telemetry/cardiac monitoring experience.