Monitoring Technician

Summary

Join CardioDiagnostics, a healthcare technology company, as a Remote EKG Monitor Technician. Monitor and analyze ECG data from live and retrospective environments, making timely notifications based on clinical protocols. This crucial role involves triaging cardiac strips in real time and ensuring high-quality patient care. A comprehensive two-week training program is provided. You will interpret ECG strips, communicate abnormalities to physicians, and maintain HIPAA compliance. The position requires strong ECG interpretation skills and experience in EKG monitoring. This remote position offers competitive pay.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (Associate’s degree in a related field preferred)
• At least 2 years’ experience in EKG monitoring, telemetry, or remote cardiac monitoring
• Strong knowledge of cardiac rhythms, arrhythmias, and ECG interpretation
• The ability to work independently in a remote environment while managing tasks efficiently
• Proficiency in using telemetry software, remote monitoring platforms, and electronic health records (EHR)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to provide clear and timely reports
• Reliable high-speed internet and a secure, HIPAA-compliant workspace
• Flexibility to work varying shifts, including weekends and holidays as needed

Responsibilities

• Monitor and interpret ECG data from both live telemetry and retrospective recordings after wear-time completion
• Review patient ECG data and algorithm findings for clinical accuracy, ensuring 100% data quality
• Identify and triage cardiac strips in a live monitoring environment, escalating findings based on clinic-specific notification protocols
• Make timely notification calls based on priority levels, ensuring effective communication with physicians and medical staff
• Perform quality assurance on reports, making necessary modifications before final delivery to healthcare providers
• Read, interpret, and report on 90-second ECG strips with precision and accuracy
• Communicate ECG abnormalities effectively to physicians and follow up with patients for additional data transmissions as needed
• Continuously develop ECG interpretation skills, meeting productivity and quality performance metrics
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA regulations, ensuring patient confidentiality and adherence to best clinical practices
• Demonstrate strong ECG rhythm interpretation skills, maintaining proficiency and completing required certifications on time
• Uphold a strong work ethic and commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes, ensuring reports are accurate and beneficial to clients and patients

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a remote EKG monitoring or cardiac diagnostic center; 5+ years of experience
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Benefits

This role is at $22 an hour