Monitor Tech

Tenet Healthcare Corporation; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Carondelet St. Joseph's Hospital in Tucson, part of Tenet Healthcare Corporation, seeks an experienced Monitor Tech to perform ECG monitoring for patients on continual cardiac observation.

The role includes attaching electrodes, reviewing records, monitoring during procedures, identifying artifacts, and coordinating with physicians. Prior Monitor Tech/ECG experience and a basic EKG exam are preferred.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED; Completion of basic EKG exam if not already completed.
• Experience: Prior work as Patient Care Tech, Medical Assistant, Monitor Tech or Monitor Tech Trainee or equivalent.
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) preferred).

Responsibilities

• Attach, connect and operate EKG electrodes and leads.
• Review patient records and monitor during procedures; report abnormal findings.
• Identify artifacts; edit and forward results to physician for interpretation.

Skills

Patient Care Tech

Medical Assistant

Monitor Tech

Telemetry

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Basic EKG examination

Job description

Overview

Carondelet St. Josephs Hospital Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

At Carondelet St. Josephs Hospital, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note

Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

Position Summary

Performs various activities regarding electrocardiograms on patients requiring continual cardiac monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Attaches, connects, and operates electrodes from specified body areas to leads from electrocardiograph machine or stress test machine.
• Reviews patient's record and instructs patients prior to procedures. Monitors patient during procedures and reports any abnormal findings.
• Identifies and corrects for artifacts. Edits and forwards results to attending physician for analysis and interpretation.
• Maintains EKG equipment and supplies.
• Runs a strip per department protocol. Maintains telemetry documentation of reported information.
• Notifies Biomed of any equipment problems.
• Assists in training new Monitor Techs.

Qualifications

• Minimum Requirements
  • Education: High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (G.E.D.). Completion of basic EKG examination if not already completed.
  • Experience: Previous experience as Patient Care Tech, Medical Assistant, Monitor Tech or Monitor Tech Trainee. Or equivalent.
• Preferred Requirements
  • Education: One (1) year experience as Patient Care Tech, Medical Assistant, Monitor Tech, Monitor Tech Trainee in an acute healthcare setting.
  • Certifications: Specialty areas Basic Life Support (BLS).

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Organization Description

Established in 1961, St. Josephs Hospital in Tucson is home to the Carondelet Neurological Institute and the Carondelet Joint Replacement Center. The hospital offers advanced care that includes a Level I Trauma Center, Comprehensive Stroke Center and spacious and comfortable labor and delivery units. Additional services include high-quality care in programs such as cardiology, orthopedics, stroke and emergency medicine. Join our team!

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