Health Unit Coordinator/ Monitor Technician - Blood Cancer Center- The Jewish Hospital

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health organization seeks a Health Unit Coordinator/Monitor Technician for the Blood Cancer Center. This role involves monitoring cardiac patients, coordinating communications, and ensuring efficient unit operations. The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma and show commitment to patient care. Comprehensive benefits, including medical and educational assistance, are offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

Qualifications

• Entry-level position requiring a High School Diploma.
• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Monitor cardiac monitors and report changes to charge nurse.
• Coordinate communications between healthcare staff and patients.
• Maintain patient information in data entry systems.

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Health Unit Coordinator/ Monitor Technician - Blood Cancer Center- The Jewish Hospital

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At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.

Shift - 12 weekly hours(one shift) - 7a-730p

The Unit Secretary/Monitor Tech is responsible for watching the cardiac monitors, coordinating communications, performing unit-receptionist activities, and accountable for routine clerical activities on a nursing unit. The Unit Secretary/Monitor Tech is responsible for directing the flow of information between nursing and medical staff, patient and family, and healthcare team and support services.

• Constantly observes and accurately interprets cardiac monitors. Systematically scans and interprets screens. Identifies and reports changes in baseline rhythm patterns. Differentiates life threatening changes from “slow evolving” changes. Appropriately notifies/pages charge nurse or designate of witnessed changes. Documents changes for review RN (i.e., saves, times, strips). Sets and checks alarm system. Maintains ongoing documentation of monitor pattern during procedures/Code Blue as requested/necessary. Keeps an updated record of patients’ rhythms Gives report to relief watcher.
• Handles incoming and external telephone calls. Coordinates communication between physicians, shift lead, staff and ancillary departments. Provides friendly assistance to patient's family and visitors. Communicates in a constructive and positive manner. Collaborates intra- and interdepartmentally to meet patient's needs. Handles patient information in a confidential manner. Demonstrates effective communication with patients and families by listening, providing support and making referral to appropriate sources of help, if needed. Demonstrates ability to work effectively with others. Responds to conflict effectively in an open, constructive manner. Effectively utilizes channels of communication according to organization structure. Assists in orienting new personnel. Identifies own learning needs and collaborates with manager in planning to meet them.
• Enters and retrieves patient information in data entry systems. Maintains accurate statistics. Assists in performance improvement activities such as data collection and reporting and chart retrieval. Maintains and processes completed patient charts.
• Orders department supplies. Attends Department Meetings. Performs other duties that assist in the smooth performance of the department.
  
  
  

Required Minimum Education: High School Diploma

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS (must be non-expired/active unless otherwise stated):

Required: BLS within 30 days of hire

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance w/AD&D

Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

And much more

• Benefits offerings vary according to employment status
  
  
  

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail]

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