Monitor Tech FT Nights Visual Monitoring

Trinity Health Corp.; Iowa; On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Growth opportunities

Job summary

MercyOne Health System in Des Moines, IA is hiring a Monitor Tech for the 12-hour night shift. You will observe telemetry monitors, report rhythm changes to the nurse, and document patient status.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 18+, healthcare experience preferred, completion of monitor class, and Mandatory Reporter abuse training within 3 months. MercyOne offers competitive compensation with full benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Observe cardiac monitors for changes in rhythm and communicate to the nurse.
• Document cardiac status appropriately.
• Monitor rhythms on telemetry units and report identified changes.
• Perform clerical duties (maintain rhythm strips in patient records, answer phones, intercom, notify nurse).
• Maintain telemetry supplies (paper, batteries, patches, pouches).
• Maintain knowledge of telemetry equipment setup, maintenance and use.

Skills

Telemetry monitoring

Rhythm interpretation

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

18 years of age

Healthcare experience

Monitor class

Mandatory Reporter training within 3 months

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.

Job Description

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.