Monitor Tech I

CarolinaEast Health System; New Bern (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

CarolinaEast Health System is seeking a Monitor Technician I to provide accurate remote cardiac rhythm surveillance and to communicate with the patients nurse. You will document monitoring activities for inclusion in the patients chart while supporting Nursing Assistant duties if qualified.

You will help maintain a safe environment by continuously monitoring video from our centralized monitoring station and collaborating with care teams to ensure quality patient care.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalency required.
• Successful completion of an approved dysrhythmia course or related experience.
• Prior health care experience desired.
• Knowledge of medical terminology desired.
• Ability to navigate the video surveillance software system competently.
• Deliver outstanding customer service that upholds CarolinaEast's Standards of Excellence.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate remote cardiac rhythm surveillance via continuous monitoring.
• Document monitoring activities and communications for patient charts.
• Support Nursing Assistant/PCT duties when qualified.
• Ensure patient safety by monitoring video from centralized monitoring station.

Skills

Dysrhythmia course

Medical terminology

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Video surveillance software

Job description

Job Summary:

The Monitor Technician I provides accurate cardiac rhythm surveillance through continuous remote cardiac monitoring, while maintaining communication with the patient's nurse. The Monitor Technician I will also document monitoring activities and communication for inclusion in the patient's chart. The Monitor Technician I also serves in the capacity of a Nursing Assistant or Patient Care Technician as needed, if qualified. Additionally, the Monitor Technician I will provide a safe environment for the patient by continuously monitoring video from a remote centralized monitoring station.

About CarolinaEast Health System

CarolinaEast Health System is committed to providing high quality, compassionate care across the Coastal Carolina region. At the heart of our system is a 350-bed, full-service medical center equipped with a comprehensive range of inpatient and outpatient services, utilizing the latest medical technologies. We employ over 3,200 dedicated team members and operate physician practices across various specialties in four counties. Our employees foster a culture of excellence that ensures our patients receive the same high level of care found at larger medical centers, all while maintaining a friendly, community-centered atmosphere throughout our facilities. CarolinaEast offers a robust benefits package to all full-time employees, as well as benefits for part-time plus and part-time staff. We are proud to be the first medical center in North Carolina recognized as a Cardiovascular Center of Excellence by the American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association. Additionally, we are honored to be named one of America’s Best-In-State Hospitals by Newsweek, among numerous other prestigious accolades.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school graduate or equivalency required.


• Successful completion of an approved dysrhythmia course or related experience.


• Prior health care experience desired.


• Knowledge of medical terminology desired.


• Ability to navigate the video surveillance software system competently.


• Deliver outstanding customer service that upholds CarolinaEast's Standards of Excellence.