Monitor Technician - PRN/Days

The Methodist Hospital; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Monitor Technician to join their dynamic healthcare team. In this vital role, you will be responsible for performing accurate EKG rhythm interpretation and supporting the interprofessional team in delivering high-quality patient care. Your expertise in electrocardiography and effective communication will be essential in monitoring patients and ensuring their safety. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a positive work environment while enhancing your skills in a collaborative setting. If you are passionate about patient care and eager to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must have EKG interpretation skills and ability to communicate effectively.
• Prior healthcare experience preferred for better patient interaction.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and prepare patients for monitoring.
• Collaborate with healthcare team to communicate patient information.

Skills

EKG interpretation skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Patient care equipment

Job description

Overview

At Houston Methodist, the Monitor Technician position is responsible for performing accurate EKG rhythm interpretation and other electrocardiography functions that support the interprofessional healthcare team in delivering high quality, cost-effective care. This position maintains competency in electrocardiography (EKG), monitoring/computer skills, and pulse oximetry (SpO2) as appropriate. The Monitor Technician position employs effective, prompt communication throughout the hospital complex and provides direct patient care by performing patient preparation for monitoring.

Responsibilities

PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Promotes a positive work environment with the interprofessional care team to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all members of the patient care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner.
• Participates in teamwork by responding positively to requests for assistance. Works well with others to make contributions to the work effort as a whole and facilitates problem resolution.
• Conducts self in a manner that is congruent with cultural diversity, equity, and inclusion principles.

SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provides direct patient care by performing patient preparation for monitoring.
• Organizes workload, utilizing all available work time by assisting others and performing additional tasks.
• Demonstrates progressive skills through peer-to-peer accountability towards improving department score for patient satisfaction.

QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Accurately demonstrates EKG rhythm interpretation. Monitors O2 sats and understands parameters for when to call a nurse.
• Promotes quality patient care by vigilant identification of changes or abnormalities in EKG morphology.
• Ensures all patient care equipment has had QC performed as required, is in safe working order prior to use, and documents findings accordingly.

FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Utilizes resources with cost effectiveness and value creation in mind.

GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Participates in department projects and shared governance activities.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

• High School diploma or equivalent education.

WORK EXPERIENCE

• EKG interpretation skills.
• Prior healthcare and/or medical terminology experience preferred.

License/Certification

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED

• CCT - Certified Cardiographic Technician (CCI) within 1 year OR
• CET - Certified EKG Technician (NHA) within 1 year OR
• ECG - Certified ECG Technician (ACA) within 1 year OR
• CMT-BC - Certified Monitor Technician (ABCM) within 1 year OR
• BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA).

KSA/ Supplemental Data

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job.
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members, and co-workers.
• Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned.