Monitor Technician FT Nights

AdventHealth; DeLand (FL); On-site; USD 21,862 - 34,963; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

403-B Retirement Plan

100% Paid Parental Leave

Career Development

Job summary

Direct Jobs in DeLand, Florida, is hiring for a full-time Monitor Technician. The role involves monitoring EKG patterns, maintaining logs, and supporting patient care within a hospital setting.

Qualifications include previous monitor technician experience and a high school diploma or equivalent. Applicants should be proficient in English and possess strong communication skills. The position offers a pay range of $15.87 - $25.38 per hour, along with comprehensive benefits from day one.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, and speak conversational English.
• Must have the knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care.
• Ability to work with patients/public in potentially difficult situations.

Responsibilities

• Observe monitors, recognizing and documenting EKG patterns.
• Participate in performance improvement activities.
• Ensure effective communication with the healthcare team.

Skills

Monitor technician experience

Basic computer skills

Ability to communicate effectively

Customer service skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Education

High School Grad or Equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Schedule

Full time

Shift

Night (United States of America)

Address

701 W PLYMOUTH AVE

DELAND, Florida 32720

Benefits and Perks

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Job Description

Demonstrates behavior that aligns with the company's core values. Documents in accordance with department policy and maintain telemetry logbook. Observes monitors, recognizing and documenting normal and abnormal EKG patterns, and promptly notify nursing staff of any abnormalities. Maintains monitor alarms per policy, verifies that alarms are set and audible every shift, and troubleshoots monitors as needed. Participates in practice changes resulting from performance improvement activities, demonstrating accurate documentation and monitoring of activities, and supporting departmental quality standards and initiatives. Exhibits a desire to learn and upgrade skills, performing other duties as assigned or directed to ensure the smooth operation of the department or unit. Maintains telemetry printout during cardiac arrest and as indicated. Ensures effective communication with the healthcare team regarding patient status and any changes observed. Other duties as assigned. Assists in maintaining a clean and organized work environment, ensuring equipment is properly sanitized and stored. Participates in ongoing education and training to stay current with best practices and departmental procedures.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Monitor technician experience or successful completion of AdventHealth Monitor Technician training program or equivalent.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak conversational English.
• Proficiency in the English language.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Pleasant telephone manner and organizational skills.
• Ability to work with patients/public in potentially difficult situations.
• Previous hospital experience preferred.
• Completion of basic arrhythmias identification course in orientation.
• Good oral, written, and communication skills.
• Ability to continuously prioritize multiple duties.
• Familiar with medical terminology and arrhythmia identification.
• Ability to quickly learn and successfully complete a competency skill check off list within 90 days of employment.
• Ability and willingness to work a flexible workweek including weekends, nights, and overtime as required.
• Customer service skills.
• Demonstrates a specialized level of knowledge and thorough understandings of practices/procedures related to hospital nursing practices, telemetry monitor, and infection control procedures.
• Basic knowledge of computer use or willingness to learn.
• Must have the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care, which addresses the physical, psychosocial, educational, safety, and age-appropriate needs of the patient populations served within the department.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Accurate typing skills.
• Neat and legible handwriting.
• Successfully complete Virtual Patient Observation training.
• Verbal interpersonal skills.
• Ability to read/comprehend written instructions and follow verbal instructions.
• Keyboarding and basic clerical skills.
• Basic EKG class or equivalent knowledge.

Education

High School Grad or Equiv [Preferred]

Field of Study

N/A

Work Experience

• 1+ monitor tech experience [Preferred]
• Medical terminology [Preferred]

Additional Information

N/A

Licenses and Certifications

• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Preferred]

Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/msy4mja2

Pay Range

$15.87 - $25.38

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Equal Opportunity Employer

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.