Monitor Tech Nights

Schedule

• Full time
• Night shift

Job Description

Demonstrates behavior that aligns with the company's core values.

Responsibilities

• Documents in accordance with department policy and maintain telemetry logbook.
• Observes monitors, recognizing and documenting normal and abnormal EKG patterns, and promptly notify nursing staff of any abnormalities.
• Maintains monitor alarms per policy, verifies that alarms are set and audible every shift, and troubleshoots monitors as needed.
• Participates in practice changes resulting from performance improvement activities, demonstrating accurate documentation and monitoring of activities, and supporting departmental quality standards and initiatives.
• Exhibits a desire to learn and upgrade skills, performing other duties as assigned or directed to ensure the smooth operation of the department or unit.
• Maintains telemetry printout during cardiac arrest and as indicated.
• Ensures effective communication with the healthcare team regarding patient status and any changes observed.
• Assists in maintaining a clean and organized work environment, ensuring equipment is properly sanitized and stored.
• Participates in ongoing education and training to stay current with best practices and departmental procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Monitor technician experience or successful completion of AdventHealth Monitor Technician training program or equivalent. [Required]
• Must be able to read, write, and speak conversational English. [Required]
• Proficiency in the English language. [Required]
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office. [Required]
• Pleasant telephone manner and organizational skills. [Required]
• Ability to work with patients/public in potentially difficult situations. [Required]
• Completion of basic arrhythmias identification course in orientation. [Required]
• Good oral, written, and communication skills. [Required]
• Ability to continuously prioritize multiple duties. [Required]
• Familiar with medical terminology and arrhythmia identification. [Required]
• Ability to quickly learn and successfully complete a competency skill check off list within 90 days of employment. [Required]
• Ability and willingness to work a flexible workweek including weekends, nights, and overtime as required. [Required]
• Customer service skills. [Required]
• Demonstrates a specialized level of knowledge and thorough understandings of practices/procedures related to hospital nursing practices, telemetry monitor, and infection control procedures. [Required]
• Basic knowledge of computer use or willingness to learn. [Required]
• Must have the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care, which addresses the physical, psychosocial, educational, safety, and age-appropriate needs of the patient populations served within the department. [Required]
• Ability to communicate effectively. [Required]
• Accurate typing skills. [Required]
• Neat and legible handwriting. [Required]
• Successfully complete Virtual Patient Observation training. [Required]
• Verbal interpersonal skills. [Required]
• Ability to read/comprehend written instructions and follow verbal instructions. [Required]
• Keyboarding and basic clerical skills. [Required]
• Basic EKG class or equivalent knowledge. [Required]
• Medical terminology [Preferred]

Education

• High School Grad or Equiv [Preferred]

Work Experience

• 1+ year of monitor tech experience [Preferred]

Licenses and Certifications

• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Preferred]

Pay

• $15.87 - $25.38