Fiker Getu

Adaptable professional with proven knowledge of provider relations, public health administration, and risk management. Aiming to leverage my abilities to successfully fill the Telemetry role on your team.

TELEMETRY MONITOR TECHNICIAN at AdventHealth (2025-09 – Present)

• Monitored patient vital signs using telemetry equipment to ensure timely response to critical changes.
• Collaborated with nursing staff to interpret and communicate telemetry data for improved patient care decisions.
• Conducted routine equipment checks and maintenance, ensuring optimal functionality of telemetry monitoring systems.
• Trained new technicians on protocols, enhancing team efficiency and adherence to safety standards.
• Supported healthcare team by maintaining responsibility for electrocardiogram monitoring, defibrillation and cardio rehabilitation training.
• Documented vascular data such as edema, oxygen saturation, and blood pressure to contribute to accurate diagnoses.
• Helped physicians complete cardiac issues and peripheral vascular concerns by assisting with procedures such as pacemaker insertions and balloon angioplasties.
• Employed specialized procedural knowledge and equipment to test and document patient cardiac activity.
• Tracked findings of procedures such as EKGs using manual and automated recording devices.
• Initiated CPR for patients in cardiac failure, responding to hospital crisis codes.
• Communicated with healthcare workers and physicians concerning test results.
• Demonstrated commitment to providing exceptional patient care by maintaining a high level of competence and staying informed about best practices in cardiac monitoring.
• Kept skills current with ongoing professional development opportunities, attending seminars and training sessions focused on advancements in cardiac monitoring technology.
• Succeeded in reducing response time to potential emergencies by effectively prioritizing tasks and remaining focused on patient needs.
• Supported interdisciplinary team collaboration through effective communication regarding patient status and needs, promoting optimal patient outcomes.
• Promoted a positive work environment by actively participating in staff meetings and offering constructive feedback to improve overall department performance.
• Collaborated with physicians to implement appropriate interventions based on real-time telemetry data, contributing to improved patient outcomes.
• Exhibited proficiency in utilizing various telemetry systems and software programs, adapting quickly to new technologies as needed to maintain high-quality patient monitoring services.
• Fostered strong relationships with other members of the healthcare team by demonstrating professionalism, reliability, and excellent interpersonal skills at all times.
• Assisted nurses in providing quality patient care through accurate interpretation of cardiac rhythms and timely communication of changes.
• Analyzed telemetry trends to identify potential issues early, contributing to proactive patient management strategies.

CENTRAL TELEMETRY TECH at HCA Midwest Health System (2023-03 – Present)

• Monitored patient vital signs using advanced telemetry systems, ensuring timely detection of abnormalities.
• Collaborated with nursing staff to interpret telemetry data, enhancing patient care and response strategies.
• Conducted routine equipment checks and maintained telemetry devices for optimal performance and reliability.
• Trained junior technicians on telemetry protocols and equipment usage, fostering team competency and efficiency.
• Implemented process improvements in data reporting, increasing accuracy of patient monitoring outcomes.
• Developed training materials for new hires, streamlining onboarding processes for telemetry technicians.
• Led quality assurance initiatives to maintain compliance with healthcare regulations and standards in telemetry services.
• Analyzed telemetry trends to identify areas for system enhancements, contributing to improved patient safety measures.
• Enhanced patient care by accurately monitoring and interpreting EKG data for early detection of cardiac abnormalities.
• Educated new employees on correct use and interpretation of telemetry equipment, fostering a knowledgeable and skilled workforce.
• Promoted a culture of continuous learning through participation in relevant workshops, seminars, and professional development opportunities related to cardiac care.
• Monitored and documented heart rhythms according to physicians' orders.
• Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients requiring telemetry services.

EKG TECHNICIAN at Uchealth Anschutz campus (2021-09 – 2024-02)

• Attached electrodes to patients' chests, arms, and legs, connected electrodes to leads from electrocardiogram (EKG) machine and operated EKG machine to obtain reading.
• Monitored patients' comfort and safety during tests, alerted physicians to abnormalities and changes in patient responses.
• Adjusted equipment and controlled according to physicians' orders and established protocol.
• Reported changes in patient status to physicians or other medical team members.
• Observed cardiac patterns and tendencies of both stable and critical condition patients.
• Reviewed patient information to determine normal and abnormal heart patterns.
• Prioritized and communicated telemetry alarms to unit staff for timely interventions to promote patient safety.
• Assist and apply holter monitoring for stress tests and communicate & interpret results

COSSECSA G.SURGERY RESIDENT at COSSECSA/Menelik II Referral Hospital (2020-01 – 2020-07)

G.SURGERY RESIDENT at MCM General Hospital & MMC Medical School (2018-09 – 2019-12)

• Earned reputation for good attendance and hard work. Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines. Performed site evaluations, customer surveys and team audits.

G.SURGERY RESIDENT at Black Lion Specialized Hospital/AAU College of Health Science (2015-01 – 2017-12)

• Supported Surgical department by compiling paperwork and taking detailed meeting minutes. Utilized various data analyzing softwares to compile data gathered from various sources. Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.

GENERAL PRACTITIONER at Yirgalem General Hospital (2011-11 – 2014-12)

• Diagnosed conditions accurately by combining findings from examinations and test results. Coordinated well-rounded patient care by collaborating with medical professionals in diverse clinical areas. Interviewed patients to assess histories, investigate concerns and complete physical examinations.

COSSECSA G.SURGERY RESIDENT – COSSECSA/Menilik II Refferal Hospital, Addis-Ababa, Ethiopia (2020-07)

G.SURGERY RESIDENT – MCM General Hospital & MMC Medical School, Addis-Ababa, Ethiopia (2019-12)

G.SURGERY RESIDENT – Black Lion Specialized Hospital/AAU College of Health Science, Addis-Ababa, Ethiopia (2017-12)

M.D. in MEDECINE – Hawassa University School Of Medecine, Hawassa, Ethiopia (2002-01)

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA – SOS H.G High School, Hawassa, Ethiopia (2002-01)