Monitor Technician

About the role

This position is responsible for continuous observation of patients' monitors, leads and/or activity and behaviors, and for reporting pertinent changes and abnormalities to the appropriate clinical staff. This position is also responsible for maintaining logs of activity and changes or behaviors in accordance with facility standards.

Responsibilities

• Provides continuous observation of monitors, leads and/or activity and behaviors for assigned patients.
• Must be aware of pertinent medical history, medications and code status for each of their assigned patients.
• Alerts appropriate clinical staff of any changes and abnormalities.
• Obtains calibrated rhythm strips per policy and maintains documentation in accordance with facility standards.
• Determines if there are changes in clinical and/or behavioral activity.
• Documents changes in clinical and/or behavioral activity.
• Provides information and summaries to physicians and staff.
• Maintains and assists in the maintenance of monitoring equipment.
• May provide general support to the department, including greeting and assisting patients, visitors, physicians, and ancillary personnel.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge.
• Current BLS certification may be required in certain departments.
• Current BLS certification is required for Banner Staffing Services (BSS) monitor technicians.
• Completion of unit approved basic electrocardiogram -OR- electroencephalographic interpretation course or on the job training – and - a minimum passing score of 85% on ECG -OR- EEG test, with accurate identification of all lethal cardiac dysrhythmias - OR - epileptiform activity.
• Must possess a working knowledge of medical terminology.
• Requires effective interpersonal and problem solving skills.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge. Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

Skills

Must have the ability to observe and report changes and abnormalities in patient monitors, leads, and activities. Must be able to maintain accurate records and communicate effectively with healthcare teams.

Benefits

Banner Health offers competitive benefits packages, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Pay

The pay range for this position is determined by the specific department and location, but is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Full-time (3 day-12 hour) NIGHT shift, 7:00PM to 7:30AM. This will include weekends and holidays on rotation.