Monitor Tech/Unit Secretary

LifePoint Health; Martinsville (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Sovah Health is seeking a telemetry monitor to perform patient monitoring duties under RN supervision. This crucial role involves identifying arrhythmias, reporting on patient conditions, and ensuring proper equipment operation. Ideal candidates will possess critical thinking skills, a high school education, and effective communication abilities.

Benefits

Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) benefits

401K Benefits

Competitive Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Requires strong critical thinking and ability to work under stress.
• Must have effective communication skills.
• Certification in BLS or CPR required within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Perform telemetry monitoring and intervention for patients.
• Report abnormalities and maintain equipment function.
• Ensure patient safety during monitoring.

Skills

Critical thinking

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Licensed for 220 beds, SOVAH Health – Martinsville, is a full service, acute-care hospital providing over 22 medical specialties. Among the services we offer are a home health & hospice agency, advanced wound healing center, cardiac rehabilitation center, two cardiac catheterization labs, and medical & radiation oncology services.

Where We Are:

In Martinsville, explore culture and arts, enjoy kayaking or hiking and so much more in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. From the river to the racetrack, we offer plenty of activities to guarantee that you and your family have a fun filled time!

Why Choose Us:

· Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees

· Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees

· Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance

· Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants

· Professional development, Growth opportunities, and Mentor-based training

· And much more…

Job Summary

Sovah Health is looking for the ideal candidate who will under the supervision of an RN, performs telemetry monitoring.

· Performs continual surveillance of multiple monitors.

· Identifies significant arrhythmias and/or signs of patient distress and intervenes appropriately. Identifies and corrects for artifacts.

· Reports abnormal assessment and telemetry findings or changes in patient physical, mental, and emotional conditions to nursing staff.

· Tests equipment for proper working order. Reports equipment problems to supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Education □ High school diploma or equivalent required.

Required Skills

Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Requires the ability to respond quickly and calmly under stressful or emergency situations. Must exhibit effective communication skills and interpersonal skills. Computer skills helpful. Ability to work with others as a team to ensure quality patient care.

Requires full range of motion including handling and lifting patients and/or equipment, manual and finger dexterity and eye hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. May require lifting and carrying items weighing up to 50 pounds. May require frequent bending, squatting and kneeling. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range. Requires ability to work under stressful conditions and/or irregular hours. Potential for exposure to communicable diseases and/or body fluids.

Certifications:

American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) or HeartSaver CPR required within 6 months of hire.

EEOC Statement:

SOVAH Health - Martinsville is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.