Monitor Tech FT Nights Resource Pool

Trinity Health; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne Central Iowa in Des Moines is seeking a Monitor Tech to observe cardiac monitors, report rhythm changes to the caring nurse, and document cardiac status for patients across ages.

The role supports telemetry units, requires high school diploma or GED, prior health care experience and completion of monitor training; includes 12-hour night shifts 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM with rotating weekends.

Join a large health system with competitive benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required, 18+.
• Previous health care experience with monitors preferred.
• Completion of monitor class and mandatory reporter training within 3 months.

Responsibilities

• Monitor cardiac rhythms on telemetry units and report changes to nurses.
• Obtain and interpret rhythm strips; document cardiac status.
• Perform clerical duties and maintain telemetry supplies.
• Maintain knowledge of telemetry equipment setup and use.

Skills

Telemetry monitoring

Rhythm interpretation

Clerical duties

Telemetry equipment knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Health care experience (preferred)

Monitor class completion & Mandatory Reporter training

Job description

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

12 Hour Night Shift

Description

At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor's visit or a place to go when you're in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities - that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well.

MercyOne Central Iowa sets the standard for personalized and radically convenient care in the Des Moines metro area and surrounding counties. MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center, founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1893, is the longest continually operating hospital in Des Moines and Iowa's largest medical center, with 802 beds available. The hospital is one of the Midwest's largest referral centers.

With more than 7,000 colleagues and a medical staff of almost 1,500 physicians and allied health professionals, MercyOne Central Iowa is one of Iowa's largest employers.

Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Monitor Tech.

As a Monitor Tech at MercyOne, you will be observe cardiac monitors for changes in cardiac rhythm and communicates this to the nurse caring for the patient of diverse ages. Documents cardiac status appropriately.

Schedule

• 12 hours; Nights 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM ; rotating weekend and holidays

General Requirements

• Monitors cardiac rhythms on telemetry units.
• Obtain and interpret rhythm strips reporting identified changes.
• Performs clerical duties (i.e., maintenance of rhythm strips in the patient record, answering phones, intercom, notify the assigned nurse).
• Maintains telemetry supplies (i.e., paper, batteries, patches, and pouches).
• Maintains knowledge of telemetry equipment set-up, maintenance and use.

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required and 18 years of age.
• Previous health care experience, including monitor experience, desired. Successful completion of monitor class.
• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served within three (3) months of hire.

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy c ompetitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.