Monitor Technician, ICU

Sutter Health Plan; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An innovative healthcare organization seeks a dedicated individual to join their team as a Monitor Technician. This role involves continuous cardiac monitoring, interpreting rhythms, and communicating vital changes to the healthcare team. Ideal candidates will possess a strong understanding of medical terminology and have experience in acute care settings. If you are detail-oriented, possess strong communication skills, and thrive in dynamic environments, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to patient care and make a difference in the healthcare field. Join a team that values your expertise and offers a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Equivalent experience accepted in lieu of required education.
• Prior experience in acute care as a monitor tech preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate interpretation of cardiac rhythms.
• Communicate changes in cardiac rhythms to the healthcare team.

Skills

Medical Terminology

Computer Applications

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Analytical Abilities

Data Input

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Cardiac Monitoring Equipment

Computer Systems

Job description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization

SAFH-Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital

Position Overview

Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, provides accurate interpretation of cardiac rhythms of an assigned patient population through continuous cardiac monitoring surveillance. This position generates, reads, and interprets monitor strip print-outs based on individual patient need/patient rhythm changes, promptly communicates changes in cardiac rhythms or dysrhythmias to the appropriate member of the health care team per unit protocol.

Job Description

EDUCATION

Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.

• HS Diploma or equivalent education/experience
  
  

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE

• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
• EKG-Technician
  
  

Preferred Experience As Typically Acquired In

• Prior experience working in an acute care facility as a monitor tech, or Unit Secretary / Nurse Aide preferred.
  
  

Skills And Knowledge

• Knowledge of medical terminology is required.
• Basic knowledge of computer applications/ equipment is required.
• Under the direction of the RN,
• Prioritizes and manages multiple demands in an ever changing environment.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills required.
• The ability to operate computer equipment is required.
• Requires attention to detail and ability to focus for extended periods in a high activity environment.
• Requires problem solving and analytical abilities.
• Needs ability to efficiently and accurately input data into computer system.
  
  

Job Shift

Day/Evening/Night

Schedule

Part Time

Shift Hours

8

Days Of The Week

Variable

Weekend Requirements

One Weekend Shift a month

Benefits

No

Unions

Yes

Position Status

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours

0

Employee Status

Per Diem/Casual

Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $27.50 to $33.48 / hour

The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.