| Cardiac Monitor Technician Job Description |
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| The following is a full job description for Cardiac Monitor Technician. Here are the requirements and responsibilities for Cardiac Monitor Technician along with statistics. If after reading this page you determine that Cardiac Monitor Technician is not the position you are looking for, you may want to try one of these similar titles: Cardiac Catheterization Lab Technician, Cardiac Technician, Pipeline Control Monitor Technician I, Pipeline Control Monitor Technician II, Pipeline Control Monitor Technician III, Pipeline Control Monitor Technician IV, Cardiac Electrophysiology Technologist (CEPT), Cardiac Catheterization Technologist, Cardiac Catheterization Lab Manager |
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| Requirements and Responsibilities For Cardiac Monitor Technician |
| Responsible for the continuous monitoring of a patient's heart activity to identify potential problems or changes in heart rhythm. Examines heartbeat patterns on electrocardiograph monitors and makes note of irregular rhythms and changes in heartbeat. Provides notes to medical staff in charge of the patient. Ensures that monitors are functioning properly. May require an associate degree. Typically reports to a supervisor. Works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. Typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. |
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| Also referred to as: EKG Monitoring/Observation Technician, Monitor Attendant, Telemetry Technician |
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| Similar Jobs: Cardiac Catheterization Lab Technician, Cardiac Technician, Pipeline Control Monitor Technician I, Pipeline Control Monitor Technician II, Pipeline Control Monitor Technician III, Pipeline Control Monitor Technician IV, Cardiac Electrophysiology Technologist (CEPT), Cardiac Catheterization Technologist, Cardiac Catheterization Lab Manager |
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| Level of Education: Cardiac Monitor Technician Salaries with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate, Cardiac Monitor Technician Salaries with an Associate's Degree, Cardiac Monitor Technician Salaries with a Bachelor's Degree, Cardiac Monitor Technician Salaries with a Master's Degree or MBA, Cardiac Monitor Technician Salaries with a JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent |
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| Industries: Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, Healthcare | |
