Monitor Technician - Central Telemetry - Full time Nights (11pm-7:30am)

Hackensack Meridian Health; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Hackensack is seeking a dedicated monitor technician to oversee patient telemetry systems. The role involves monitoring, admitting patients, and ensuring system functionality. Candidates should have relevant experience and a high school diploma. Join a team committed to transforming healthcare and supporting community health.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in a health-related field.
• 1 year of experience in cardiology or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patient telemetry systems and report abnormalities.
• Admit and discharge patients from telemetry monitoring.

Skills

Communication

Patient Care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Telemetry Monitoring System

Computers

Job description

Overview

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health, we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

Responsibilities

1. Observe patient telemetry monitoring system and report any abnormal responses promptly.
2. Admit and discharge patients from the telemetry monitoring system.
3. Run rhythm strips from the telemetry monitoring system as per protocol.
4. Monitor the accurate functioning of the telemetry system (battery life, rhythm clarity, transmitter safety).
5. Lift a minimum of 5 lbs., push and pull a minimum of 10 lbs., and stand for a minimum of 6 hours a day.
6. Identify the needs of the patient population served and modify and deliver care specific to those needs (e.g., age, culture, language, hearing/visual impairments). This includes communicating effectively with patients, parents, and/or caregivers at their level (developmental, educational, literacy).

Qualifications

1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. 2 years of experience in a health-related field.
3. 1 year of experience in cardiology or a related field.
4. Successful completion of a monitor technician course at any hospital facility.
5. Passing score on the HUMC monitor technician arrhythmia exam.
6. Exposure to and experience with computers.