Patient Monitor Observer - Part Time

sanford; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Sanford Medical Center is seeking a Monitor Tech to provide continuous video observation and early warning of patient safety concerns. You will monitor patient activity, interpret vitals and alarms, and communicate with the nursing team to ensure timely intervention.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, knowledge of healthcare basics, anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology, and includes on-site work with supportive collaboration across departments.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED required.
• Knowledge of healthcare, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and medical equipment/supplies preferred.
• Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuous video observation for patients to help ensure safety.
• Monitor and interpret patient heart rhythms and vital signs, following programmed algorithm alerts.
• Notify nursing staff promptly when the situation requires assistance or raises alarms.
• Tear down and assemble patient charts, communicate test/procedure orders to departments, and stock supplies as needed.

Skills

Keyboarding

Healthcare knowledge

Anatomy

Physiology

Medical terminology

Medical equipment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Work Shift

Varies (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours

28

Compensation

Salary Range: $17.00 - $24.00

Union Position

No

Department Details

Come join our Patient Monitor Observer team at the Sanford Medical Center! You will provide continuous video observation for patients who need extra support to stay safe. Using our video surveillance system, you'll keep an eye on patient activity, watch for any signs they may need assistance, and notify the nursing team right away if something looks concerning. This role is all about ensuring patient safety through steady attention and clear communication.

Summary

The Monitor Tech provides support services. Some duties include: basic computer keyboarding skills, tearing down and assembling patient charts as appropriate, calling other departments to inform them of ordered tests and procedures as needed, and stocking supplies.

Job Description

In addition, the monitor tech will be responsible in monitoring and interpreting patient heart rhythms and vital signs as well as following set algorithm parameters that may raise alarms. Ability to interpret alarms and follow through with appropriate communication as needed.

Depending on location, the monitor tech may also be providing continuous observation and surveillance of assigned patients. Summons the nursing staff if the patient requires assistance. Follows set algorithms, interprets alarming events, and follows through with appropriate communication as needed.

Qualifications

High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) is required.

Knowledge of healthcare, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and medical equipment/supplies preferred.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to [e-mail].