Monitor Tech Days

Baylor Scott & White Health; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits

401(k) matching

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO accrual from Day 1

Job summary

The Heart Hospital McKinney, part of Baylor Scott & White Health, is seeking a Monitor Technician for full-time days. You will work three 12-hour shifts per week with rotating weekends in Nursing Unit 1, monitoring telemetry and reporting arrhythmias to staff.

Essential duties include operating ECG monitoring systems, documenting patient data, and ensuring equipment is well maintained. A valid HS diploma or GED and <1 year of experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Less than 1 year of experience stated in ad.
• Understanding of telemetry services and cardiac monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Operates complex cardiac monitoring systems and rhythm screens.
• Records and reports ECG monitors and patient information to staff.
• Maintains, cleans, and reports equipment malfunctions.
• Sets up central station, monitors alarms and corrects improper placement.
• Assists with rhythm interpretation and dysrhythmia detection.
• Keeps a neat log of patient cardiac monitoring status.

Skills

Telemetry monitoring

ECG interpretation

Teamwork in clinical settings

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Location: The Heart Hospital McKinney

Shift: FT days, three 12 hour shifts a week with rotating weekends.

Department: Nursing Unit 1

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.

Location: The Heart Hospital McKinney

Shift: FT days, three 12 hour shifts a week with rotating weekends.

Department: Nursing Unit 1

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

• 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.

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 patients 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