Monitor Technician FT Nights

Reid Physician Associates, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health referral center is seeking a Monitor Technician for full-time night shifts to ensure patient safety through continuous surveillance of cardiac rhythms. This role involves recognizing and reporting dysrhythmias, documenting changes, and troubleshooting technical monitor issues. A high school diploma and strong attention to detail are required. The ideal candidate should possess effective communication skills and the ability to perform well under pressure while maintaining a calm and professional demeanor in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail is required for monitoring cardiac rhythms.
• Effective communication skills to report patient information.
• Ability to work calmly under pressure and in stressful situations.

Responsibilities

• Provide continual ECG surveillance at the Central Monitor Station.
• Accurately document rhythm changes and compare patient status.
• Participate in quality assessment and improvement activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Calm demeanor

Ability to work in stressful situations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Monitor Technician FT Nights page is loaded## Monitor Technician FT Nightslocations: Reid Health Main Campustime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR1933Monitor Technician FT Nights0112 Central Monitoring**Schedule:** Night Shift. 36 hours weekly. 6:00p-6:15a.Type additional details specific to position and/or department.**About the Position**The Monitor Technician plays a crucial role in ensuring patient safety through continuous surveillance of cardiac rhythms at the Central Monitor Station. Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, the technician recognizes, records, and reports dysrhythmias or rhythm changes, assists with rhythm interpretation, and troubleshoots technical monitor issues. This position requires strong attention to detail, effective communication skills, and a commitment to patient satisfaction and safety while maintaining a calm, professional demeanor in a fast-paced environment The patient population served within the unit varies based on its specialty and may include individuals with acute and chronic medical conditions, post-surgical recovery needs, and complex comorbidities requiring multidisciplinary care. Patients may range in age, acuity, and complexity, necessitating a patient-centered approach to ensure optimal outcomes and high-quality care tailored to their specific needs.**Overview of Responsibilities*** Provides continual ECG surveillance at the Central Monitor Station.* Recognizes dysrhythmias and rhythm changes and reports them to the appropriate RN.* Accurately documents atrial and ventricular rate, PR interval, QRS, QT, and QTc, and rhythm interpretation.* Assists others with rhythm interpretation.* Troubleshoots technical monitor problems.* Admits and discharges patients in the ECG monitoring system.* Updates electronic patient reports as patients are admitted, discharged, or as rhythms change.* Shares responsibility for preparation, proper use, and care of equipment and supplies.* Maintains a clean and organized work environment.* Demonstrates progress and competency in performing required procedures.* Ensures timely, thorough, and concise documentation reflecting patient care status and rhythm changes.* Communicates patient response and condition changes effectively.* Participates in the orientation of new employees and students.* Obtains instruction in new techniques, procedures, and equipment as needed.* Adheres to hospital and nursing policies and procedures.* Demonstrates knowledge and skills required for monitoring patient ECGs.* Works calmly and effectively in stressful situations.* Handles interruptions efficiently and accepts altered assignments.* Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory training and education programs.* Provides feedback to enhance patient care and satisfaction.* Acts as a patient advocate and maintains a safe care environment.* Participates in quality assessment and improvement activities.* Engages in self-evaluation and goal setting aligned with department objectives.* Demonstrates independent decision-making within the scope of practice.* Ensures compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.* Supports attendance and punctuality policies.* Completes workload within the assigned shift.* Maintains accurate and legible documentation.* Utilizes proper body mechanics and supports hospital strategies for improvement.* Communicates effectively with the healthcare team and patients’ families.* Develops professional relationships with peers and external healthcare providers.* Promotes patient satisfaction through compassionate care and communication.* Encourages a positive team environment focused on quality care.This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and can beexpanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management deems necessary.**Education & Experience*** Minimum education required: High school diploma, or equivalent, completion of Reid Health Basic Arrhythmia course upon hire.* Minimum experience preferred: 1 year experience in health care setting assisting with direct patient care.**Licensure & Certification*** Must be willing to obtain Basic Life Support (BLS).Reid Health's inpatient hospital is a 189-bed, regional referral center with a Level lll Trauma Center and a Primary Stroke Center designation. Reid Health's outpatient services include more than 40 specialties and sub-specialties throughout an eight-county service area. With more than 3,100 employees, 100 volunteers, and 170 healthcare clinicians on staff, Reid Health believes in wholeness -- in body, mind, and spirit.The minute you step through Reid's doors, you'll be surrounded by friendly faces. Each of our employees plays an important role in the friendly and caring environment we call Reid Health.It's more than a place to work.Reid team members are involved in and care for our community, fostering a sense of belonging and camaraderie. They are the reason our patients feel safe and cared for. And they are the reason Reid Health is ranked among the best in quality care.Equal Employment Opportunity has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle at Reid Health. Therefore, Reid Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other factor protected by law. This applies to all policies and procedures relating to recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.