Monitor Tech - Full Time Days

Orlando Health Melbourne Hospital is a comprehensive medical and surgical acute care facility serving the Brevard County Space Coast as a trusted healthcare provider since 2002. Conveniently located in Melbourne, the 119-bed hospital has all private rooms and is uniquely designed for patient comfort and a positive experience. Our dedicated team delivers high-quality, compassionate care with advanced technology and expertise in cardiovascular care, digestive health, emergency care, orthopedics, and surgical services. Recognized for excellence, we hold full accreditation from The Joint Commission and are the first hospital in Brevard County to receive spine surgery certification. We also participate in the American College of Cardiology CathPCI Registry® to improve cardiac care.

Why Orlando Health?

• Competitive pay with evening, night, and weekend shift differentials for qualifying positions
• All-inclusive benefits starting on day one, including:
  • Student loan repayment and tuition reimbursement
  • Free college education programs
  • Retirement savings
  • Paid paternity leave and fertility benefits
  • Backup elder and childcare, plus pet insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
• Selected as one of the “Top Places to Work in Healthcare” by Becker’s Healthcare
• Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity for veterans and people with disabilities

Responsibilities

• Monitor and review patient information to determine baseline cardiac rhythm
• Demonstrate competency in telemetry lead placement for accurate cardiac rhythm analysis
• Analyze cardiac rhythm and record measurements, calculations, and interpretations in the patient record every 6 hours and as needed, following established protocols
• Notify Registered Nurse of cardiac rhythm or rhythm component changes and follow current escalation protocol
• Notify Registered Nurse if patient is off monitor and follow current escalation protocol
• Maintain current knowledge of the technical operation of the central monitoring station
• Maintain and check high and low alarm settings on every telemetry patient each shift
• Provide and accept shift reports to ensure current patient information is communicated
• Work with assigned nursing personnel to coordinate initiation and discontinuation of telemetry
• Identify and troubleshoot routine technical problems with the central monitoring system and initiate biomedical repairs as necessary
• Advance knowledge of cardiac rhythm analysis and interpretation
• Protect patient confidentiality and sensitive data at all times
• Maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies and federal, state, and local standards
• Maintain compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures
• Safeguard electronic equipment by keeping liquids away from computers, telemetry monitors, and phones
• Maintain a physical environment conducive to continuous telemetry monitoring, including noise reduction and minimal foot traffic
• Answer the telephone promptly and courteously, identifying yourself and responding to requests
• Support new ideas and promote positive change; remain calm and helpful during stressful situations
• Attend staff meetings and meet all mandatory education requirements
• Demonstrate commitment to service, organizational values, and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor
• Enthusiastically support and participate in planned changes
• Participate in performance improvement activities as assigned
• Consistently utilize time and resources effectively and efficiently
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent
• For Monitor Technicians with prior related experience and ECG competency assessment:
  • Must pass Rhythm Test with a grade of 84% or higher. If below 84%, must complete Orlando Health’s basic ECG course and pass the exam within 60 days
• For Monitor Technicians without prior related experience:
  • Must complete Orlando Health’s basic ECG course and pass the Rhythm Test within 60 days with a grade of 84% or higher
• BLS/Health Care Provider certification required

Benefits

• All-inclusive benefits starting on day one, including:
  • Student loan repayment and tuition reimbursement
  • Free college education programs
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Paid paternity leave and fertility benefits
  • Backup elder and childcare, plus pet insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
• Evening, night, and weekend shift differentials for qualifying positions