EKG Monitor Tech

1200 MH-Memphis Hospitals; Indianapolis (IN); Sur place; USD 42 000 - 62 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare in Memphis seeks a dedicated monitor tech to identify and document cardiac rhythms for patients on remote monitoring. You will provide clear patient and family education and perform electrode site care, ensuring monitoring equipment operates reliably and resources are used efficiently.

The role includes ongoing training on monitors and performing other duties as assigned, with no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Preferred 0-1 year experience in EKG monitoring.
• HEARTSAVER - American Heart Association certification.

Responsabilités

• Identifies and documents cardiac rhythms for patients on remote monitoring.
• Provides patient/family education.
• Performs electrode site care.
• Ensures proper functioning of monitoring equipment and promotes cost effectiveness.
• Ongoing training and review of patient monitors.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Connaissances

Cardiac rhythm ID

Patient education

Equipment upkeep

Team collaboration

Formation

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Outils

EKG Monitors

Description du poste

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One! We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South. Responsible for providing constant surveillance identification of cardiac rhythms for patients on remote monitoring. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence.

What you will do

• Identifies and documents cardiac rhythms.
• Provides patient/family education.
• Performs electrode site care.
• Assures proper functioning of all monitoring equipment and promotes cost effectiveness in the department through appropriate utilization of equipment and supplies.
• Ongoing training and review of patient monitors.
• Performs other job functions as assigned or requested.

Education / Formal Training Requirements

• Required - High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Work Experience Requirements Preferred - EKG monitoring 0-1 years

Licenses and Certifications Requirements

Required - HEARTSAVER - American Heart Association

Supervision Provided by this Position

There are no supervisory or lead responsibilities assigned to this position.

Physical Demands

Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact. Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials; Exposure to high levels of noise. Ability to react quickly to emergency situation. The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion. Must have good balance and coordination. The physical requirements of this position are: medium work - exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 25 lbs. of force frequently. The Associate is required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform an activity, such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading. Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact. Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials. Ability to react quickly to emergency situations.

Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity. Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community. Within any role at Methodist Le Bonheur, you can play a rewarding and fulfilling part in helping us provide high-quality, innovative and compassionate care to the people of Memphis and the Mid-South. Our goal is to improve every life we touch, including our Associates. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South, and we value the dedicated individuals who play such a crucial role in helping us fulfill our mission. With Methodist Le Bonheur, you’ll be recognized and rewarded, treated with respect and given many opportunities to learn, grow and build a fulfilling career. Because we’re not at our best until you are at yours.