Monitor Tech FT Nights Resource Pool

IHA; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne Health System is hiring a Monitor Tech for a 12-hour night shift in Des Moines, IA. You will observe cardiac monitors, communicate changes to the nurse, and document cardiac status for patients across ages.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma or GED; health-care experience and monitor training are desirable; complete Mandatory Reporter abuse training within three months of hire.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 18 years of age or older.
• Previous health care experience, including monitor experience, is desirable.
• Successful completion of monitor class may be required.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Telemetry monitoring

Cardiac rhythm interpretation

Clerical duties

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Mandatory Reporter abuse training completed

Job description

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.

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. Want to learn more about MercyOne Des Moines? Click here: Find a Location Des Moines, Iowa (IA), MercyOne Des Moines.

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 competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

Visit MercyOne Careers to learn more about the benefits, culture, and career development opportunities available to you at MercyOne Health System circle of care.

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.