Monitor Technician-2

About the role

As a Monitor Tech at MUSC, you will play a crucial role in monitoring and interpreting cardiac rhythms for patients in various healthcare settings. Your vigilance and attention to detail will help ensure the safety and well-being of our patients.

Responsibilities

• Monitor Cardiac Rhythms: Watch cardiac monitors continuously to observe patients' heart rhythms and detect any irregularities or abnormalities.
• Recognize Alarms: Quickly recognize and respond to monitor alarms indicating changes in heart rate, rhythm, or other cardiac parameters.
• Notify Healthcare Team: Alert nurses, physicians, or other healthcare providers immediately when abnormal rhythms or significant changes in patient status are detected.
• Document Observations: Record and document cardiac rhythms, alarm events, and interventions accurately and in a timely manner in the patient's medical records.
• Maintain Equipment: Ensure proper functioning of cardiac monitoring equipment by performing regular checks, troubleshooting technical issues, and reporting malfunctions promptly.
• Communicate Effectively: Communicate clearly and effectively with members of the healthcare team, providing concise and accurate information about patients' cardiac status.
• Patient Advocacy: Advocate for patient safety and well-being by promptly addressing any concerns or issues related to cardiac monitoring and reporting them to the appropriate personnel.
• Collaborate with Team: Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and facilitate timely interventions as needed.
• Follow Protocols: Adhere to hospital policies, procedures, and protocols related to cardiac monitoring, patient safety, and confidentiality.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education or certification in cardiac monitoring or healthcare-related field preferred.
• At least 1 year in a .6 FTE or greater Monitor Technician I position at MUSC or 1 year of Monitor Technician/Telemetry work experience in a healthcare facility and successful completion of the EKG training/competency during the orientation period.
• Familiarity with cardiac rhythms and ability to recognize common arrhythmias is highly desirable.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to focus for extended periods while monitoring multiple patients simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally with patients and healthcare team members.
• Ability to remain calm and composed in high-pressure situations and respond quickly to emergent situations.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and documentation purposes.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 2 weeks of hire; must maintain current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods while monitoring cardiac monitors and performing related tasks.
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to operate monitor controls and navigate computer systems.
• Visual acuity to accurately read and interpret cardiac rhythms displayed on monitors.
• Emotional resilience and ability to cope with stress and uncertainty inherent in healthcare environments.

Schedule

Scheduled weekly hours: 36

Pay

Pay grade: Health-21 (hourly)