Monitor Tech

ScionHealth; Gardena (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Wellness program

Job summary

ScionHealth is seeking a Telemetry Monitor at Kindred Hospital South Bay in Gardena, CA. The role monitors telemetry, assists with setup of monitoring equipment and maintains patient records to ensure uninterrupted cardiac monitoring. Fluency in English and accuracy in rhythm interpretation are required.

Certification requirements include current BLS; EKG certification is preferred. No prior experience is required.

Qualifications

• Must read, write and speak fluent English.
• Satisfactory score on EKG interpretation competency test.
• Ability to accurately identify cardiac rhythms and understand their significance.

Responsibilities

• Monitor telemetry to detect changes in cardiac rhythms.
• Assist in setting up and maintaining telemetry monitoring equipment.
• Maintain accurate records for telemetry patients.
• Notify RN or supervisor of rhythm changes promptly.
• Assign transmitters and wires and set up monitor system as ordered.
• Troubleshoot transmitters and wires and monitor system.

Skills

EKG interpretation

Rhythm identification

English fluency

Attendance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

Kindred Hospital South Bay, a long-term acute care hospital offers the same in-depth care you would receive in a traditional hospital, but for an extended recovery period. We partner with your physician and offer 24-hour clinical care seven days a week so you can start your journey to wellness. Not far from highway 110, we are conveniently located near shopping malls, restaurants and Recreation Park.

Job Summary

Monitors heart rhythm pattern of patients to detect abnormal pattern variances, using telemetry equipment. Review patient information to determine normal heart rhythm pattern, current pattern, and prior variances. Observes screen of cardiac monitor and listens for alarm to identify abnormal variation in heart rhythm.

Essential Functions

• Monitors telemetry of patients by observing telemetry monitors for changes in cardiac rhythms.
• Removes and cleans telemetry boxes when patient is discharged from telemetry.
• Maintains accurate records of telemetry patients.
• Immediately notifies RN or supervisor of rhythm changes.
• Assigns transmitters and wires and sets up the monitor system for all telemetry ordered
  patients.
• Troubleshoots transmitters and wires and sets up the monitor system for all telemetry ordered patients.
• Stays abreast of federal, state, and local regulations for food safety and sanitation.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Approximate percent of time required to travel:
• Must read, write and speak fluent English.
• Must have good and regular attendance.
• Satisfactory score on EKG interpretation competency test.
• Ability to accurately identify cardiac rhythms and understand their significance.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Pay Range: $23.00/hr.

ScionHealth has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit-eligible employees that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness.

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent including education equivalent to completion of secondary school or demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the role. (Preferred)

Licenses/Certification

• Current BLS certification.
• EKG certification preferred.

Experience

• No prior experience required