Monitor Tech - Emergency Department

Health First; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

Health First is seeking a Monitor Tech in the Town of Florida, NY, to ensure patient safety by efficiently operating cardiac monitors under supervision. Key responsibilities involve responding to emergencies, accurately reporting arrhythmias, and facilitating patient care.

The ideal candidate must have a High School Diploma, BLS certification, and either cardiac monitor tech experience or paramedic certification. This position requires a commitment to quality and service in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Completion Card is required.
• Must have experience in cardiac monitoring or as a paramedic.
• Ability to work under stress and communicate with diverse customers.

Responsibilities

• Respond to monitored patient emergencies according to facility standards.
• Maintain and operate monitor equipment and perform quality EKG tracing.
• Provide service to patients with sensitivity and respect.

Skills

Dependability

Reliability

Flexibility

Communication Skills

Ability to Respond to Emergencies

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

The Monitor Tech is fully engaged in providing uncompromised safety, superior quality, memorable customer experiences and financial stewardship by effectively and efficiently operating cardiac monitors under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse.

Primary Accountabilities

• Responds to monitored patient emergencies appropriately according to unit/facility standards.
• Prints and places rhythm strips as appropriate.
• Accurately identifies and reports arrhythmias.
• Initiates patient set‑up and maintains monitor equipment.
• Performs quality EKG tracing and performs Stat EKGs when requested.
• Facilitates responding to call lights in a timely manner.
• Uses and cares for equipment and supplies economically.
• Provides service to patients with sensitivity and respect for their needs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Certification: Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Completion Card.
• Work Experience: Must have one of the following: Acceptance into the Health First Monitor Technician Program, verifiable cardiac monitor tech experience, or certification as a paramedic.
• Knowledge/skills/abilities:
  • Demonstrated dependability, reliability, and flexibility.
  • Ability to work in a often stressful environment and effectively communicate with customers of various ages and levels of understanding.
  • Ability to recognize and respond appropriately to life‑threatening situations.
  • Ability to continuously concentrate on computer/monitor screens with only dinner and break times as per unit policy.

Physical Requirements

• Majority of time involves sitting or standing; occasional walking, bending, stooping.
• Long periods of computer time or at workstation.
• Light work that may include lifting or moving objects up to 20 pounds with or without assistance.
• May be exposed to indoor environments with varied temperatures, air quality, lighting, and/or low to moderate noise.
• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Visual acuity and hand‑eye coordination to perform tasks.
• Workspace may vary from open to confined.
• May require travel to various facilities within and beyond county perimeter; may require use of personal vehicle.

Benefits

Schedule: Per Diem.

Shift Times: Variable.

Paygrade: PG-PG-24.