Monitor Technician - Per Diem

St. Joseph's Health; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 23,763 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

A health services provider in Syracuse seeks a Monitor Technician (Per Diem) for patient monitoring and EKG assessments. Required: high school diploma and experience with monitors/EKGs preferred. This role is part-time with day shifts including weekends. Competitive pay range: $17.25 - $25.00 per hour based on experience.

Qualifications

• Courses in physical science and previous medical/cardiac/EKG training are desirable.
• Participation in orientation and continuing education is required.

Responsibilities

• Operates patient monitoring equipment and provides continuous surveillance of patient parameters.
• Performs 12 lead EKG and collects data on patient status.

Skills

Experience reading monitors or EKGs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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Description

Day shift: 7:00am - 7:30pm. The schedule includes a weekend and holiday rotation.

Employment Type

Part time

Shift

12 Hour Day Shift

Description

Day shift: 7:00am - 7:30pm. The schedule includes a weekend and holiday rotation.

INITIAL TRAINING IS FULL TIME

Position Summary

Operates patient monitoring equipment, provides accurate, continuous surveillance of designated patient parameters, assesses functioning, provides basic troubleshooting of equipment, and collects and stores data.

Performs 12 lead EKG

Education, Training, Experience, Certification And Licensure

High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Courses in physical science and previous medical/cardiac/EKG training are desirable.

Participates in orientation and continuing education and updates and maintains knowledge and skills related to specific areas of expertise.

Special Equipment, Skills Or Other Requirements

• Experience reading monitors or EKGs is strongly preferred.
• Successfully completes Phase 1 and Phase 2 of the Monitor Technician orientation program or the equivalent.
  
  

Work Environment And Hazards

Clinical setting. Exposure class I - Routine or potential exposure to blood, body fluids, excretions, or secretions.

Physical Demands

Sedentary work: Sit for extended periods of time, light physical work, vision, and physical dexterity adequate to accurately do role.

Work Contact Group

All services, employees, medical staff, patients, visitors, vendors, various regulatory and professional agencies.

Supervised By

Designated RN, Unit Manager, Clinical Coordinator

Supervises

Assigned orientees

Specific Criteria

• Adheres to established hospital policy and procedure related to job function.
• Operates patient monitoring equipment.
• Assesses the functioning of monitoring equipment.
• Provides basic troubleshooting of monitoring equipment.
• Provides accurate continuous surveillance of designated patient parameters.
• Notifies designated staff of any change in patient’s EKG status.
• Maintains ongoing communication with staff assigned to patient, other monitor technicians, and physicians.
• Reports and stores select measurement and readings.
• Reports equipment problems to designated staff and follow-up as directed.
• Maintains workstation inventory.
• Adheres to safety standard within the unit.
• Maintains confidentiality related to patients, staff, and visitors.
• Assists in the orientation of new employees.
• Completes mandatory educational activities.
• Maintain required competencies.
• Abides by established personnel policies and procedures.
• Attends staff meetings.
• Adheres to hospital confidentiality statement.
• Additional duties as assigned.
  
  

Pay Range: $17.25 - $25.00

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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