Monitor Technician Support Mercy Springfield

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Monitoring Technician to provide ongoing surveillance of patient cardiac monitors and to alert RNs and clinicians to rhythm changes. You will review patient data to determine patterns and variances while working cooperatively as part of a dedicated team.

This role trains as a monitor technician and also serves as a support/runner, including running boxes to units. Education includes a high school diploma or GED, and monitor tech competency requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Monitor tech course completion or 85% on competency exam.
• Excellent communication and ability to multi-task under pressure.
• Basic computer skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Continuously surveil patient cardiac monitors and notify RNs/clinicians of rhythm changes.
• Review patient data to assess normal and variance patterns and act promptly.
• Support/runner role, including running boxes to different units.
• Adhere to Mercy mission, values, and service standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

CRAT certification

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

The Monitoring Technician is responsible for on-going surveillance of patient cardiac monitors and provides RNs and/or clinicians with immediate notification of any changes in cardiac rhythms. Reviews patient information to determine normal heart rhythm pattern, current pattern and prior variances. Works cooperatively as part of a team. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details

FULL AND PART TIME AVAILABLE

Job Description

The Monitoring Technician is responsible for on-going surveillance of patient cardiac monitors and provides RNs and/or clinicians with immediate notification of any changes in cardiac rhythms. Reviews patient information to determine normal heart rhythm pattern, current pattern and prior variances. Works cooperatively as part of a team. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details

FULL AND PART TIME AVAILABLE

This position will be trained as a monitor technician but will also be a support/runner role.

This will include running boxes to the different units.

Education: High school diploma, G.E.D. and/or current Mercy coworker.

Monitor tech course completion and/or passing score of 85% on monitor tech competency exam.

Licensure

Experience:

Other: Basic computer skills. Attention to detail and ability to multi-task is essential. Excellent communication skills and ability to make quick decisions under pressure is a must.

Preferred Licensure

Preferred Licensure:

Preferred Experience

Experience preferred but not mandatory.

Preferred Certifications

CRAT certification preferred.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.