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Monitor Surveillance Course
History Of The Course
The Monitor Surveillance Course began in 1987 to prepare qualified technicians to observe patient cardiac monitors, interpret basic rhythms, and report the findings to the nurse and/or physician.
 Monitor Surveillance Course Frequently Asked Questions
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Overview Of The Course/Role Of The Graduate
The Course is designed to provide the student with the knowledge and skills necessary for entry-level employment as a monitor surveillance technician or a telemetry technician. Classroom study emphasizes the interpretation of arrhythmia and includes instruction in basic anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, and patient care concepts pertinent to the cardiac patient. Clinical study includes fundamentals of monitoring, equipment operation, procedural techniques, recognition of abnormalities of the electrocardiogram, and the relationship of the electrocardiogram to the methods of patient care and treatment.
Graduates of this Course receive a certificate of completion and may be employed in hospitals, clinics, doctor's offices or other health care settings where EKG monitoring is required. Registry, certification, or licensure is not available in the field of monitor surveillance.
Course Enrollment/Length/Times
The Course is offered twice a year in January and July. It is a 12 week daytime Course. The Course is divided into a prerequisite Rhythm Analysis course taught during the first six weeks and a Monitor Surveillance course taught during the second six weeks. In the Rhythm Analysis course, students attend class for six hours a week and have 15 hours a week of self directed study with faculty oversight. In the second six weeks, Monitor Surveillance students attend six hours of class each week and have 24 hours of clinical experience each week.
Monitor Surveillance Course details including tuition and fees, faculty, curriculum plan and technical standards.
Potential Career Opportunities
Prior to graduation students at main and non-main campus locations are guided through the Sentara Healthcare employment application process. Employment assistance is only provided within Sentara. Graduates are actively recruited for positions within Sentara Healthcare; however, there is no obligation to work for Sentara. While most graduates readily obtain positions, employment with Sentara is not guaranteed.
Salary Potential
The entry-level salary for a full-time position in Sentara Healthcare is approximately $19,860 annually.
Application Information:
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
To receive an application, please call 757 388-2900 or send an email to the Sentara School of Health Professions. You can also print off an application now!
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