Sr Telemetry Technician

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Job ID

78432

Location

Sacramento

Full / Part Time

Full Time

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Job Summary

Independently observe, interpret, and respond to telemetry waveform data; maintain records and documentation of waveforms in patient's medical record. Report changes in rate / rhythm to nurse and / or physician for urgent and / or non-urgent intervention; these actions have direct and immediate impact to patient outcomes. Maintain operation of Central Monitoring station and monitoring software system in collaboration with Clinical Engineering. Coordinates availability of transmitters, lead cables and other monitoring supplies. Assigned responsibility for training / education nurses new to telemetry waveform assessment strategies; provides orientation to the Central Monitoring station operations and equipment to nurses new to the unit. #CA-SB

Apply By Date 8 / 17 / 2025 by 11 : 59pm

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and / or certification if required of the position

• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) or UC Davis Health CPR
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience / training.
• Recent experience as an EKG Technician
• Ability to assess and interpret EKG telemetry waveforms and observation data.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language and clearly convey information and explanations to patients, visitors, and staff personally or by telephone / intercom.
• Knowledge of medical terminology sufficient to interpret and understand the basic issue regarding patient's diagnosis and treatment plans that impact on EKG waveforms
• Knowledge of legal implications in clinical practice and documentation.
• Knowledge of performance improvement and evidence-based practice.
• Computer skills to use Central Telemetry Monitoring Systems and unit level computer systems and printers.
• Ability to accept and follow written and oral instructions from others.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Visual acuity to observe central monitoring screens and interpret fine print / lines of EKG strips
• Ability to exhibit patience, tact courtesy and empathy when patients, family and visitors are inquiring, angry anxious or upset.
• Ability to recognize the need for confidentiality and remain within legal and assigned limits of job.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with nursing and medical staff and staff from other departments
• Ability to maintain records and logs in a complete and accurate manner.

Preferred Qualifications

Key Responsibilities

Department Overview

Davis 6 Cardiology Services Unit is a 36 bed telemetry unit. The nurses on this unit manage the care of patients on the cardiology inpatient services, patients who are pre and post cardiac / vascular intervention procedures, and other acute care specialty patients who have a need for cardiac telemetry monitoring. Collaboration, teamwork and attentiveness to the needs of each patient are key components to the excellent care provided to our patient populations.

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