Monitor Technician-Med/Surg Acute 1

Prime Healthcare; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Encino Hospital Medical Center in Encino, CA, is seeking a Monitor Tech to join nights in a high-acuity hospital setting. The role monitors cardiac rhythms and supports the clinical team by transcribing orders when needed and preparing patient charts for daily needs.

Ideal candidates hold ASCP certification (or equivalent), an associate degree in science or MLT coursework, and hospital laboratory experience; a state license may be required.

Qualifications

• ASCP certification, or equivalent, required within one year of employment.
• Associates degree in chemical, physical or biological science, or completed coursework in an MLT program.
• Current and valid state license if the laboratory is located in a state where required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor cardiac rhythms via direct cardiac monitors.
• Transcribe physician orders in the absence of CPOE/EMR.
• Verify that lab tests and radiology tests have been ordered and done.
• Prepare and compile patient records in Med/Surg/Telemetry.
• Assist nursing staff with indirect patient care under RN supervision when CNA-qualified.

Education

ASCP certification or equivalent

Associates degree in chemical, physical or biological science; MLT coursework

Current and valid state license (if required)

Job description

Overview

Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion and community! Encino Hospital Medical Center, a member of the Prime Healthcare Foundation, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference.

Encino Hospital Medical Center is a 150-bed state-of-the-art hospital located in Encino, California. Its multi-disciplinary staff consists of 330 physicians and 520 professional support staff. Encino Hospital Medical Center serves a diverse population and incorporates elements of urban and suburban medicine in a caring environment. It offers a wide array of inpatient and outpatient services. The hospital is consistently at the forefront in providing innovative and integrated healthcare. For more information, visit: www.encinomed.org

Responsibilities

The Monitor Tech is an unlicensed person who performs indirect care in the department setting. Monitors cardiac rhythms via direct cardiac monitors. Meets the communication needs of the department. Transcribes physician orders in the absence of CPOE and EMR clinical documentation system. Verifies that lab tests and radiology tests have been ordered and done. Prepares and compiles records in Med/ Surg/ Telemetry. Orders supplies for the unit and prepares and completes each patient's chart for necessary forms needed on a daily basis. Able to assist nursing staff with indirect patient care duties as long as the activity does not distract from primary responsibility for dysrhythmia monitoring. *Note: May provide direct patient care under the direct supervision of the RN within scope of Certified Nursing Assistant if 1) possesses active CNA certification; 2) demonstrates annual competency in CNA duties and skills and 3) is relieved of Monitor Technician duties during the time of assisting the RN.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING1. Current and Valid State License if the laboratory is located in a state where required2. ASCP certification, or equivalent, required within one year of employment.3. Associates Degree in chemical, physical, biological science, or completion of coursework in a program for MLT.4. 1 year of hospital laboratory work experience preferred

Pay Transparency

Encino Hospital Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. Benefits may vary based on collective bargaining agreement requirements and/or the employment status, i.e. full-time or part-time. The current compensation range for this role is $23.00 to $29.92 The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Nights

Equal Employment Opportunity

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