Monitor Tech

Prisma Health; Seneca (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking dedicated individuals to monitor cardiac rhythms in a centralized environment. In this role, you will observe cardiac monitors, report any changes, and manage equipment effectively. You will also participate in training and development, contributing to the overall quality of patient care. If you are looking to make a difference in healthcare and have the required skills, this is an exciting opportunity to join a team committed to transforming healthcare for the communities served.

Qualifications

• No previous experience required, but basic computer and data entry skills are essential.
• Successful completion of arrhythmia exam is required.

Responsibilities

• Observes cardiac monitors and reports changes in cardiac rhythm.
• Manages transmitter boxes and ensures timely returns.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of monitoring areas.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Knowledge of office equipment

Data entry skills

Mathematical skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.

Job Summary

Observes cardiac monitors to identify abnormal heart rhythms under the supervision of a registered nurse. Performs duties in a centralized monitoring environment that monitors patients across multiple departments.

Accountabilities

• Continually observes cardiac monitors and reports any changes in cardiac rhythm to the appropriate RN. - 50%
• Receives report from the previous shift and documents strips per policy. - 5%
• Responsible for the management and distribution of transmitter boxes. Ensures transmitter boxes are returned to the surveillance center in a timely manner after discontinuation of telemetry monitoring. - 5%
• Reports problems regarding poor transmission, etc. to the appropriate unit and personnel. Reports telemetry system failures to designated personnel and departments. - 10%
• Completes telemetry summary report per policy guidelines. - 5%
• Triages incoming phone calls, provides appropriate information and logs all phone calls. - 10%
• Maintains adequate supplies and keeps the monitoring areas and equipment clean and organized. - 5%
• Participates in training and the continuous development of new staff. Attends educational programs, inservices and meetings as required. - 5%
• Provides feedback and participates in the revision of policies and procedures as appropriate. - 5%

Minimum Qualifications

• Education - High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience - No previous experience required

Other Required Skills/Experience

• Basic computer skills
• Knowledge of office equipment
• Data entry and mathematical skills
• Successful completion of Prisma Health arrhythmia exam is required.
• Annual arrhythmia competencies must be maintained and tracked through Learning & Development.

Work Shift

Night (United States of America)

Location

Oconee Medical Campus

Facility

1064 Oconee Memorial Hospital

Department

10646490 Telemetry Surveillance

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