Monitor Tech FT Nights Resource Pool

Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne Central Iowa is seeking a Monitor Tech for the Des Moines area. The role monitors cardiac rhythms on telemetry units and communicates findings to the caring nurse, ensuring timely clinical actions and accurate documentation.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, completion of monitor class, and the ability to obtain mandatory reporter training within 3 months of hire. Night shift schedule includes 12-hour shifts with weekends and holidays rotation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required and 18 years of age.
• Previous monitor experience desirable.
• Successful completion of monitor class and Mandatory Reporter training within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Monitors cardiac rhythms on telemetry units.
• Obtains and interprets rhythm strips and reports changes to care team.
• Performs clerical duties (maintain rhythm strips in patient record, answer phones, intercom, notify nurse).
• Maintains telemetry supplies and knowledge of equipment setup and use.

Skills

Telemetry monitoring

Rhythm interpretation

Clerical duties

Nurse communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Monitor class

Mandatory Reporter training

Job description

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

12 Hour Night Shift

Job 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.

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!

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.

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs.