Centralized Telemetry Unit, Monitor Tech, Full-Time Days

Orlando Health; Florida; Sur place; USD 32 000 - 46 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive pay

All-inclusive benefits (start day one)

Best Places to Work in Healthcare

Résumé du poste

Orlando Health, Inc. is seeking a Monitor Tech for South Lake Hospital in Clermont, FL. The role focuses on monitoring cardiac rhythms, placing telemetry leads, and ensuring accurate telemetry data is captured every shift.

The position requires an ECG competency, a high school diploma or equivalent, and BLS certification. It offers full-time status with day shifts and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• ECG competency assessment completed.
• ECG course completed.

Responsabilités

• Monitor and review patient information to determine baseline cardiac rhythm.
• Place telemetry leads and analyze cardiac rhythm.
• Document measurements and interpretations every 6 hours or as needed.
• Notify RN of rhythm changes per escalation protocol.
• Maintain central monitoring station operation and alarm settings.
• Coordinate initiation/discontinuation of telemetry with nursing staff.
• Troubleshoot telemetry system issues and assist biomedical repairs.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and attendance per policies.

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

ECG competency course

Description du poste

Position Summary

Facility: South Lake Hospital

Location: Clermont, FL

Status: Full-Time

Department: Centralized Telemetry

Schedule: Days

Title: Monitor Tech

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“Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work” is not just something we say, it’s our promise to you.

Orlando Health South Lake Hospital is a comprehensive medical and surgical acute care facility serving the residents of Lake County as a trusted member of the community for over 75 years. Conveniently located in Clermont, the hospital’s dedicated team of physicians, nurses, clinicians and medical professionals is committed to delivering expert and compassionate care. Our efforts have earned us recognition as a national leader.

ORLANDO HEALTH - BENEFITS & PERKS:

Competitive Pay

• Evening, nights, and weekend shift differentials offered for qualifying positions.

All Inclusive Benefits (start day one)

• Student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, FREE college education programs, retirement savings, paid paternity leave, fertility benefits, back up elder and childcare, pet insurance, PTO/Holidays, and more for full time and part time employees.

Employee-centric

• South Lake Hospital has been selected as one of the "Best Places to Work in Healthcare" by ModernHealthcare.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Monitors and reviews patient information to determine baseline cardiac rhythm.
• Demonstrates competency in telemetry lead placement for accurate cardiac rhythm analysis.
• Analyzes cardiac rhythm and records measurements, calculations, and interpretation of patient record in accordance every 6 hours and PRN with established protocols.
• Notifies Registered Nurse of cardiac rhythm or rhythm component changes and follows current escalation protocol.
• Notifies Registered Nurse if patient off monitor and follows current escalation protocol.
• Maintains current knowledge of the technical operation of the central monitoring station.
• Maintains/checks high and low alarm settings on every telemetry patient each shift.
• Gives/accepts shift reports to provide current patient information.
• Works with assigned nursing personnel to coordinate initiation and discontinuation of telemetry.
• Identifies and troubleshoots routine technical problems with the central monitoring system and initiates biomedical repairs as necessary.
• Advances own current knowledge of cardiac rhythm analysis and interpretation.
• Protects patient confidentiality and sensitive data at all times.
• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.

Other Related Functions

• Safeguards electronic Equipment, keeping liquids away from computers, telemetry monitors, and phones.
• Maintains physical environment conducive to continuous telemetry monitoring, including but not limited to noise reduction and minimal foot traffic.
• Answers the telephone promptly and courteously, identifying self and responding to requests.
• Supports new ideas and promotes positive change. Remains calm and helpful during stressful situations.
• Attends staff meetings and meets all mandatory education requirements.
• Demonstrates commitment to service, organizational values, and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor at all times.
• Enthusiastically supports and participates in planned changes.
• Participates in performance improvement activities as assigned
• Consistently utilizes time and resources effectively and efficiently
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education/Training

• High school graduate or equivalent and:
• Monitor Technician with prior related experience AND has passed an ECG competency assessment:
• Must have already passed ECG course.

Licensure/Certification

• BLS/Health Care provider certification required.

Experience

• 1 year of Monitor Technician with prior related experience highly preferred.