ER Monitor Technician

Centerpoint Medical Center; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization as an ER Monitor Technician, where your role is vital in ensuring exceptional patient care. In this entry-level position, you will be responsible for setting up telemetry equipment and continuously monitoring cardiac patients, making a significant impact on their health and wellbeing. With a commitment to investing in employees, this organization offers extensive support and benefits, including education assistance, comprehensive health coverage, and a strong retirement plan. Be part of a dedicated team that values your contributions and fosters a caring environment.

Benefits

Medical Coverage

401(k) Plan with Matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Education Assistance

Time Away From Work Program

Free Counseling Services

Family Support Benefits

Discounts through Abenity

Qualifications

• Must complete monitor technician credentialing within three weeks.
• Ability to interpret and document rhythm strips.

Responsibilities

• Set up telemetry equipment for new admissions.
• Report cardiac arrhythmias to the primary nurse.
• Maintain telemetry supplies and monitor patient data.

Skills

Cardiac Monitoring

Telemetry Equipment Setup

Rhythm Interpretation

Education

Monitor Technician Credentialing

Job description

Introduction

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as an ER Monitor Technician? At Centerpoint Medical Center, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our team members over three years.

Benefits

Centerpoint Medical Center offers a comprehensive rewards package supporting health, life, career, and retirement. Benefits include:

• Medical coverage with many services at no cost or low copay, including prescription drugs, behavioral health, telemedicine, and AirMed transportation.
• Additional options for dental, vision, life, disability, flexible spending, supplemental health plans, insurance, legal counseling, long-term care, moving assistance, pet insurance, and more.
• Free counseling services for emotional, physical, and financial wellbeing.
• 401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3%-9% of pay.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA stock.
• Family support benefits, including fertility, family building, and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder, and pet care, home and auto repair, and event planning.
• Discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts.
• Retirement planning and banking partnerships.
• Education assistance, including tuition, student loans, and certification support.
• Colleague recognition program.
• Time Away From Work Program, including paid time off, family leave, and disability coverage.
• Employee Health Assistance Fund providing free coverage based on income.

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Monitor Technician is responsible for equipment setup and continuous cardiac observation of telemetry patients at a centralized station. Our Telemetry Techs are dedicated to ensuring an exceptional patient experience and caring like family.

Responsibilities include:

• Setting up telemetry equipment for new admissions as per procedures.
• Interpreting and documenting rhythm strips regularly.
• Reporting cardiac arrhythmias or rhythm changes to the primary nurse.
• Reporting changes in pulse oximetry data.
• Maintaining telemetry supplies.

Qualifications:

• Must successfully complete the monitor technician credentialing process within the first three weeks of employment.

About Centerpoint Medical Center

A 285+ bed hospital with state-of-the-art technology, offering comprehensive clinical services, including emergency, orthopedic, cancer, women’s services, NICU, stroke center, outpatient surgery, wound care, sleep center, imaging, and rehab. Part of HCA Midwest Health, serving Kansas City and surrounding areas.

Additional Information

HCA Healthcare is recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies and invests significantly in charitable care and community support.

Employment Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Healthcare Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Healthcare

Apply now to join our team of dedicated professionals and make a difference in patient lives. We are an equal opportunity employer.