Monitor Tech

FULL-TIME NIGHTS

The Monitor Tech provides appropriate telemetry monitoring based on patient’s age and rhythm. Demonstrates knowledge of arrhythmia identification and analysis. Other related duties as assigned.

General Functions:

• Selects, sets-up, calibrates and adjusts monitoring equipment in accordance with physician’s order

• Ensures continued proper functioning of equipment; troubleshoots equipment problems identified as necessary.

• Collects, transmits and documents pertinent patient data to the Registered Nurse with correct interpretations and interval measurements on each patient at required intervals every shift and with any significant rhythm change

• Maintains current monitored patients in the Central Surveillance computer system; confers with nursing staff to determine correct validation counts and alarm parameters for patients on computer monitor, as necessary

• Maintains small equipment log

• Reports alarms and changes of rhythm to RN staff; documents on logs and monitors strips per policy

• Greets, screens and processes incoming unit/dept calls, patients, visitors and messages

• Transcribes physician orders, enters tests, treatment requests into computer system

• Assembles and maintains patient medical records including posting of results

• Monitors requisitions, tracks and reports supplies, equipment, maintenance and repair services

• Exhibits service excellence and demonstrates Studer Principles and “must haves”

• Utilizes resources efficiently and effectively

• Maintains safe environment

• Participates in Performance Improvement activities

MINIMUM EDUCATION: High School graduate or equivalent.

PREFERRED EDUCATION: Completion of an ECG course is preferred.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: Previous monitor tech experience

REQUIRED COURSES/COMPLETIONS (e.g., CPR): Basic Dysrhythmia Competency within 30 days of hire.
 

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Embark on a rewarding career with Baptist Medical Center hospital. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch.

At Baptist Medical Center, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status