MONITOR TECH (Chestnut Hill Hospital)(36 hrs/week; 7a-7p)

Temple University Health System, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Monitor Technician to join their team. In this crucial role, you will perform ongoing patient surveillance, ensuring that any changes in cardiac rate or rhythm are promptly reported to nursing staff. Your responsibilities will include monitoring heart rhythms, managing telemetry orders, and maintaining monitoring equipment to ensure optimal functionality. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to patient-centered care in a supportive environment, where your skills and attention to detail will make a significant impact on patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• High-level patient surveillance and monitoring of heart rhythms.
• Responsible for equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and report changes in cardiac rate/rhythm to nursing staff.
• Initiate and discontinue monitoring equipment as needed.

Skills

Patient surveillance

Cardiac monitoring

Troubleshooting monitoring equipment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description - MONITOR TECH (Chestnut Hill Hospital)(36 hrs/week; 7a-7p) (252220)

Job Summary

The Monitor Technician performs high-level on-going patient surveillance and provides nursing/clinicians with immediate notification of any changes in cardiac rate/rhythm. Responsible for monitoring, recording, and reporting heart rhythm from patient cardiac monitors, seizure and fall risk activity for patients with orders of telemetry, and general patient observation. Initiates and discontinues monitoring equipment on admission, transfer, or discharge. Conducts maintenance and troubleshooting related to the monitoring equipment on the patient to ensure equipment is in working order to allow for clear monitoring.

Education

• High School Diploma - OR - GED - Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of education (Required)

Experience

• Relevant Experience (Required)

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Located in the Chestnut Hill section of Philadelphia, Temple Health - Chestnut Hill Hospital is committed to excellent patient-centered care.

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