Cardiac Monitor Technicians/Telemetry Technicians

Cardiac Monitor and Telemetry Technician monitor patient's heart rhythms using telemetry equipment and therefore must have knowledge of normal rhythm versus the various types of abnormal rhythms and should also be able to interpret and measure rhythm strips by rate and EKG intervals, records physiological measurements, identify cardiac arrhythmias, report any changes from the baseline, assist and perform application of EKGs, maintain EKG equipment as required, they are also responsible for documenting the heart rate and rhythm. Cardiac Monitor Technicians and Telemetry Technicians must also have the knowledge of preparing the patient for the procedure and applying EKG electrodes for various types of EKGs. To measure the patient's heart rhythm, the cardiac monitor and telemetry technician use calipers on the graphic tape readouts. They have direct interaction with the patients and therefore must understand the concept of infection control, standard precautions, communication, basic medical terminologies, legal issues, patient privacy. They must also be able to explain the procedure to the patient. Cardiac Monitor Technicians/Telemetry Technicians Website

More than two years of education or training after high school required? Yes

More than two years of work experience required? Yes

Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes

Renewal Required? Every 1 Year(s)

Renew through Continuing Educational Units(CEU)? Yes

Renew through Re-Examination? No

Renew through Continuing Professional Development(CPD)? Yes

Does applicant have choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes