Monitor Tech

HCA Houston Healthcare; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Join HCA Houston Healthcare as a Monitor Tech to monitor patients' ECG patterns, ensuring safety and quality care. This role provides an opportunity to work collaboratively in a healthcare setting while making a positive impact on patients' lives. With a competitive salary and great benefits including a $5,000 sign-on bonus, this is the perfect role for individuals dedicated to patient care.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) Plan with matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Education assistance

Time Away From Work Program

Qualifications

• Must obtain Basic Cardiac Life Support within 30 days of start.
• 1 year of experience required in cardiac monitoring.
• Ability to observe and interpret ECG readings.

Responsibilities

• Monitor ECG patterns and document strips accurately.
• Report any life-threatening arrhythmias to nursing staff.
• Participate in performance improvement activities.

Skills

Cardiac monitoring

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

High School Graduate / GED

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Introduction

Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Monitor Tech you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Benefits

HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
• Colleague recognition program
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.
  
  

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) Monitor Tech where your passion for creating positive patient interactions is valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!

The Telemetry Tech monitors the ECG patterns of patients and facilitates the review and documentation of ECG strips. Evaluates ECG rhythms and notifies the RN of dangerous arrhythmias and/or other changes. Works collaboratively with hospital staff and other personnel in maintaining quality patient care in the clinical setting. Participates in performance improvement activities to improve patient safety and quality of care. Values each individual's unique and intrinsic worth when dealing with patients, visitors, co-workers and other customers. Promotes a supportive, team-work oriented environment. Fulfills departmental responsibilities consistent with the long-range plan, mission, vision and values of Bayshore Medical Center.

What you will do in this role:

• Assists with the review and interpretation of ECG strips. Accurately documents the interpretation of ECG strips and places appropriate ECG strips in the medical record. Completes and demonstrates proficiency with unit based clinical and age-appropriate nursing competencies.
• Comply with applicable hospital policy/procedure.
• Educates staff and physicians on the function and use of the telemetry monitoring system.
• Essential duties and responsibilities include the following: Diligently observes cardiac monitors for the presence of abnormal variations in heart rhythm.
• Ethics and Compliance. Accountable for behaviors relative to the values articulated in the Mission & Values Statement – “Will act with absolute honesty, integrity and fairness in the way we conduct our business and the way we live our lives.” Accountable for attending the annual Code of Conduct training.
• Immediately reports life threatening arrhythmias to the RN and timely notifies RN of other changes in patient’s cardiac rhythm.
• Participate in hospital performance improvement activities to improve safety and patient outcomes.
• Performs general maintenance of the telemetry system (cleans telemetry boxes & leads, checks function of the system, maintain supplies).
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.
• Promotes an atmosphere of collaboration and teamwork by exhibiting professional behavior that demonstrates a commitment to the provision of quality patient care and support of a professional working environment.
• Respects the patient’s privacy and maintains confidentiality of health care and other information.
• Respects the rights of patients to include their cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual values.
• Supports the vision, mission and values of the hospital.
• Utilizes appropriate infection control techniques and universal precautions as part of job duties.
  
  

What qualifications you will need:

• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• High School Graduate / GED
• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
  
  

No Travel Required

1 Years Experience Required Years Of Experience

As a full-service, 420+ bed acute care hospital, HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood has provided the northeast Houston community with high-quality, cost-effective healthcare for over 25 years. We are dedicated to providing comprehensive, quality care, close to home. Our Women’s Center offers high-risk OB care, a Level III NICU, and pediatric services. We have an advanced Brain & Spine Center, which includes a DNV Comprehensive Stroke Center and the Sleep Center of Excellence. Our Orthopedic Center offers total joint replacement surgery using advanced technology. Other services include innovative and customized cardiovascular services, including open heart and vascular surgery and state-of-the-art imaging and endoscopy services for more accurate diagnosis and treatment plans. We are also a Certified Level I Stroke Center and an Accredited Chest Pain Center. We are members of HCA Houston Healthcare, the most comprehensive family of hospitals in the region and part of the leading provider of healthcare in the country, HCA Healthcare. Together we are stronger, smarter and more accessible in providing the patient-centered care you need close to home.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Monitor Tech opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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