Monitor Technician-Per Diem Nights-Temecula Valley Hospital

Temeculavalleyhospital; California (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare seeks a dedicated Monitor/Telemetry Technician to join their team. This role involves monitoring cardiac rhythms, documenting patient activities, and supporting nursing staff in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will possess BLS and cardiac arrhythmia certifications, ensuring high-quality patient care. With a focus on growth and development, this opportunity offers a rewarding work environment where you can make a significant impact on patient outcomes. Join a respected organization that values innovation and excellence in healthcare delivery.

Benefits

Challenging work environment

Growth opportunities

Competitive compensation

Qualifications

• BLS and cardiac arrhythmia recognition certifications are required.
• One year of telemetry technician experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Document activities and interpret cardiac rhythms accurately.
• Observe patient behavior and assist with clerical tasks.

Skills

Rhythm recognition

Cardiac rhythm interpretation

Patient observation

Clerical skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

BLS Certification

CPI Certification

Job description

Responsibilities

About Temecula Valley Hospital Temecula Valley Hospital (TVH), part of Southwest Healthcare, brings advanced technology, innovative programs, patient-centered and family sensitive care to area residents. The hospital features 140 private patient rooms; emergency care; advanced cardiac and stroke care; orthopedics; general and surgical specialties. TVH is nationally recognized for Patient Safety designated by The Leapfrog Group as a Top Hospital in both 2017 and 2020 and has received 10 “A” Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades, most recently in Spring 2023. The hospital was recently recognized by U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals 2023-2024 for Heart Attack, Heart Failure and Stroke, Pneumonia and COPD, as well as the Healthgrades 2022 Cardiac Surgery Excellence Award. TVH is a DNV Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center and has received eight Women’s Choice Award Achievements as One of America’s Best Hospitals for Stroke Care and One of America’s Best Hospitals for Patient Safety. Other accolades include: the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get With The Guidelines - Stroke GOLD PLUS with Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite and Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll, Mission Lifeline - STEMI Receiving Center – GOLD PLUS, Mission Lifeline - NSTEMI – GOLD, Blue Distinction Center Designation for Quality in Knee and Hip Replacement Surgeries, The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for Certification for Hip and Knee Replacement, first hospital in the state of California to achieve certification as a Gluten-Free Food Service facility, 3 Star Medicare Hospital Compare Rating, the American College of Cardiology Chest Pain Center with Primary PCI and Resuscitation Accreditation, the honor of the Inland Empire’s Top Workplaces 2017 and 2018, has been designated an Aetna Institute of Quality Cardiac Care Facility for comprehensive heart and vascular treatment-including Cardiac Medical Intervention, Cardiac Rhythm Programs and Cardiac Surgery. For more information, please visit www.SWHtemeculavalley.com.

Monitor/Telemetry Technician
The Monitor Technician is responsible for documenting all activities performed in accordance with established policy; Rhythm recognition, analysis, and interpretation. Accurately interprets cardiac rhythms and posts strips on flow sheet within 60 minutes of time run and reports to RN all changes in rhythms. The Monitor Technician also observes patient behavior, focusing on biophysical, developmental, cognitive, emotional, spiritual and sociocultural needs. Will be responsible for performing the secretarial/clerical aspects of patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Orders supplies for the unit/department following the budget guidelines as set by the Department Director/Manager.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• BLS Certification (AHA and current) Required
• Certification from cardiac arrhythmia recognition class Required
• One (1) year as telemetry technician in an acute care facility preferred
• High School diploma or equivalent strongly preferred
• CPI Certification within the first 90 days

This opportunity offers the following:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Growth and development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries
• Competitive compensation

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $14.3 billion in 2023. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies.

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 96,700 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com