Monitor Tech Nights
Baylor Scott & White Health · Fort Worth, TX · 1 mo ago
EngineeringFull-time
Location: Baylor, Scott & White All Saints Medical Center, Ft Worth
Specialty/Unit: Monitor Tech
About Us
Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well‑being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not‑for‑profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well. Our Core Values are:
- We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
- We never settle by constantly striving for better.
- We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
- We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.
Benefits
- Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
- 401(k) savings plan with dollar‑for‑dollar match up to 5%
- Tuition reimbursement
- PTO accrual beginning Day 1
- Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level
Responsibilities
- Operate complex cardiac monitoring systems, including ECG rhythm screens, computerized dysrhythmia detection, and rhythm printers.
- Observe and document ECG monitors following guidelines.
- Report patient name, room number, cardiac rhythm, dysrhythmia, and life‑threatening situations to appropriate staff.
- Maintain, monitor, clean equipment and report malfunctions to Biomed.
- Set up central station; monitor alarms, troubleshoot false alarms, and correct improper placement.
- Assist with rhythm interpretation and dysrhythmia detection.
- Label monitor strips to indicate events such as defibrillation, electrical cardioversion, CPR, and code medication administration.
- Record information in the patient’s log, keeping an accurate, neat account of cardiac monitoring status.
- Identify and record the patient’s rhythm and changes in rhythm and condition.
Key Success Factors
- Enroll in the appropriate educational program to receive Cardiac Rhythm Test certification within one year if not currently certified.
- Understand heart anatomy and physiology related to waves, complexes, time, and voltage, demonstrated through conduction system and strip interpretation.
- Knowledge of telemetry services.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Relational skills and ability to work cooperatively with the healthcare delivery team.
- Ability to handle frequent interruptions, adjust to workload changes, and manage shifting schedules.
- Ability to set priorities, make critical selections, and respond quickly to emergencies.
- Professional handling of difficult situations involving patients, physicians, or others.
Qualifications
- Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
- Experience: Less than one (1) year of experience.
Schedule
Full‑Time Nights – 3 twelve‑hour shifts per week, rotating weekends.