Monitor Technician

Kaiser Permanente; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Santa Clara, CA is seeking a Monitor Technician to observe cardiac rhythms under the direction of the Registered Nurse and report deviations promptly.

This role requires EKG interpretation training, a High School diploma, Basic Life Support, and 6 months of experience (waived for KP Coalition). Emphasis on accurate monitoring and teamwork within the patient care setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED is required.
• Must have successfully completed a course acceptable to the Employer in EKG interpretation.
• Six (6) months experience required; waiver for KP Coalition employees per the National Agreement.
• Basic Life Support certification.
• Basic Computer Skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Must be capable of detecting and differentiating abnormal cardiac rhythms as evidenced by an on-site EKG test.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.
• Refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.

Responsibilities

• Monitors cardiac rhythms accurately.
• Remains present at monitor except for breaks or when coverage is arranged.
• Observes and reports deviations in rhythms from baseline promptly to the RN.
• Assists in identifying patient problems with Telemetry monitoring.
• Reports and records data to the Registered Nurse.
• Mounts monitor strips on documentation flow sheet for RN review.
• Assists in identifying supplies and equipment needed for Telemetry monitoring.
• Performs other related Monitor Technician duties as necessary.
• No supervisory responsibilities.

Skills

EKG interpretation

Telemetry monitoring

Medical terminology

Basic computer skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Course in EKG interpretation

Job description

Job Summary:

As a member of a patient care team, and under the direction of the Registered Nurse, The Monitor Technician is primarily responsible for the observation, interpretation and monitoring of displayed cardiac rhythms. The Monitor Technician is responsible for reporting promptly and accurately any deviations from baseline.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Monitors cardiac rhythms accurately.
• Remains present at monitor except for breaks or when coverage is arranged.
• Observes and reports deviations in rhythms from baseline promptly to the appropriate RN.
• Assists in identifying patient problems with Telemetry monitoring.
• Reports and records data to the Registered Nurse.
• Mounts monitor strips on documentation flow sheet for review by Registered Nurse.
• Assists in identifying supplies and equipment needed for Telemetry monitoring.
• Performs other related Monitor Technician duties as necessary.
• Supervisory Responsibilities:This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Grade 270

Basic Qualifications:

Experience

• Six (6) months experience required.
• Per the National Agreement, current KP Coalition employees have this experience requirement waived.

Education

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Must have successfully completed a course acceptable to the Employer in EKG interpretation.

License, Certification, Registration

• Basic Life Support

Additional Requirements:

• Basic Computer Skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Must be fully capable of detecting and differentiating abnormal cardiac rhythms as evidenced by a passing score on a cardiac monitoring/EKG test standardized by the Employer which will be taken on site in computerized format.
• Must demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have basic computer skills.
• Must possess good interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.
• Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Clerical experience preferred.
• Cardiac monitoring/EKG certificate preferred