Monitor Tech

Baylor Scott & White Health; Waco (TX); Presencial; USD 36 000 - 48 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Health benefits

401(k) match

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO Day 1

Resumo da oferta

Baylor Scott & White Health seeks a Monitor Technician to monitor, record, interpret and document patients’ electrocardiograph tracings on telemetry monitors. This role requires recognizing and reporting arrhythmias to medical staff.

The technician will operate ECG monitoring systems, document rhythms, maintain equipment, and assist the care team to ensure timely responses. A HS diploma and less than one year of experience are expected.

Qualificações

• High school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• Less than one year of experience in healthcare or telemetry is preferred.
• Must be enrolled in an appropriate educational program to obtain the Cardiac Rhythm Test within one year if not currently certified.

Responsabilidades

• Operates ECG telemetry monitoring systems and rhythm screens.
• Observes and documents ECG rhythms and reports arrhythmias to staff.
• Maintains and cleans monitoring equipment and reports malfunctions.
• Sets up central monitoring station and manages alarms and appropriate responses.
• Interprets rhythms and records events in patient charts with accuracy.

Conhecimentos

Cardiac monitoring

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Emergency response

Formação académica

HS Diploma/GED

Ferramentas

ECG monitoring systems

Dysrhythmia detection system

Rhythm printers

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values are:

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Position: Monitor Tech

Location: Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Hilcrest

Schedule: FT, Days

Job Summary

The Monitor Technician monitors, records, interprets, and documents patients' electrocardiograph tracings on telemetry monitors. This position recognizes and reports arrhythmias to medical or nursing staff.

Essential Functions of the Role

• Operates complex cardiac monitoring systems, including ECG rhythm screens, computerized dysrhythmia detection system, and rhythm printers.
• Observes and documents ECG monitors following guidelines. Reports necessary information like patient name, room number, cardiac rhythm, dysrhythmia, and life-threatening situations to appropriate staff.
• Maintains, monitors, cleans equipment and reports any malfunctions to the appropriate Biomed person.
• Sets up central station. Monitors alarms, troubleshoots false alarms, and corrects improper placement.
• Helps with rhythm interpretation and dysrhythmia detection. Labels monitor strips to show events like defibrillation, electrical-cardioversion, CPR, and code medication administration.
• Records information in the patient's log and keeps an accurate, neat account of the patient's cardiac monitoring status during care. Identifies and records the patient's rhythm and changes in rhythm and condition.

Key Success Factors

• Must enroll in the right educational program to receive the Cardiac Rhythm Test within one year if not currently certified.
• Understand heart anatomy and physiology related to waves, complexes, time, and voltage. This is shown through the conduction system and strip interpretation.
• Knowledge of telemetry services.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Relational skills.
• Ability to work cooperatively with members of the healthcare delivery team.
• Ability to handle frequent interruptions and adjust to changes in the workload and work schedules.
• Ability to set priorities, make critical selections, and respond quickly to emergencies.
• Ability to handle difficult situations involving patients, physicians, or others in a professional way.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

QUALIFICATIONS

• EDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent
• EXPERIENCE - Less than (1) One Year of Experience

As a health care system committed to improving the health of those we serve, we are asking our employees to model the same behaviours that we promote to our patients. As of January 1, 2012, Baylor Scott & White Health no longer hires individuals who use nicotine products. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.