Monitor Tech

Baptist Health; Lexington (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health in Lexington, KY seeks a Monitor Technician for the Emergency Department. This full-time night-shift role focuses on continuous cardiac rhythm observation and timely communication of critical changes to nursing staff.

The position requires a high school diploma, up to one year of experience, and BLS certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days). RN/LPN credentials are acceptable; prior monitor tech experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• (Less than) one year of experience.
• RN/LPN license or monitor tech experience may substitute for degree.
• Dysrhythmia courses completed during orientation and recertified annually.
• BLS certification required; if not held, obtain within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms with documentation of arrhythmias and changes.
• Observe cardiac monitor, oxygen saturation, and blood pressure; maintain equipment and supplies.
• Document and communicate patient rhythms, oxygen saturations, and blood pressure to the supervising nurse.
• Identify patient arrhythmias or significant changes and report to the health care team.
• Assist providers with cardiac monitoring, therapies, and related procedures.

Skills

BLS Certification

Cardiac rhythm interpretation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

RN License

LPN License

Job description

Summary

Job Description:

Monitor Technician

Full Time I Night Shift

Emergency Department I Lexington, KY

An Emergency department (ED) that provides 24-hour emergency care to patients who need urgent medical attention for severe injuries or illness.

Description:

• Monitor Technician provides continuous observation and interpretation of cardiac rhythms with documentation and communication of pertinent arrhythmias and changes in rate, rhythm, NBP, and/or oxygen saturation to nurse responsible.
• Observes cardiac monitor, oxygen saturation and Blood pressure. Maintains equipment and supplies.
• Documents and communicate information regarding patient rhythms and Oxygen saturations, and blood pressure.
• Responsible for identification of patient arrhythmias, abnormalities, or significant changes from baseline and reporting on the condition of patient/client to the appropriate supervisor or other health care team members.
• Responsible for assisting providers with cardiac monitoring, therapeutic measures, and procedures related to cardiac monitoring.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Less than one year's experience.
• RN License, LPN, prior monitor tech experience (substitute for degree)
• Dysrhythmia courses are completed during orientation and recertified annually.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required. If not already certified, applicants must obtain BLS within 30 days of their hire date.

Benefits:

• Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually
• Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
• 5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hireBereavement Leave (includes pets)
• PTO Sell Back Program
• Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)
• Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support
Retirement with Company Match

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.