Telemetry Monitor Tech – Med/Surg (Night Shift)

Encino Hospital Medical Center; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Encino Hospital Medical Center is seeking a Monitor Tech to support the telemetry unit, performing indirect patient care and monitoring cardiac rhythms under supervision. The role requires accuracy in transcribing orders and coordinating with nursing staff on routine tasks.

The position is full-time, nights shift, and offers a comprehensive benefits package typical for hospital staff. Experience in a hospital lab setting is preferred and ASCP certification is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Current and Valid State License if the laboratory is located in a state where required.
• ASCP certification, or equivalent, required within one year of employment.
• Associates Degree in chemical, physical, biological science, or completion of coursework in a program for MLT.
• 1 year of hospital laboratory work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitors cardiac rhythms via direct cardiac monitors.
• Transcribes physician orders in the absence of CPOE and EMR clinical documentation system.
• Verifies that lab tests and radiology tests have been ordered and done.
• Prepares and compiles records in Med/ Surg/ Telemetry.
• Orders supplies for the unit and prepares and completes each patient\'s chart for necessary forms needed on a daily basis.
• Able to assist nursing staff with indirect patient care duties as long as not distracting from primary responsibility for dysrhythmia monitoring.
• Note: May provide direct patient care under the direct supervision of the RN within scope of Certified Nursing Assistant if 1) possesses active CNA certification; 2) demonstrates annual competency in CNA duties and skills; and 3) relieved of Monitor Technician duties during assisting the RN.

Skills

Cardiac rhythm monitoring

Indirect patient care

Medical terminology

Education

ASCP certification

Associates Degree in chemical/physical/biological science

MLT program coursework

1 year hospital laboratory experience

Job description

Encino Hospital Medical Center is seeking a Monitor Tech to support the telemetry unit, performing indirect patient care and monitoring cardiac rhythms under supervision. The role requires accuracy in transcribing orders and coordinating with nursing staff on routine tasks.

The position is full-time, nights shift, and offers a comprehensive benefits package typical for hospital staff. Experience in a hospital lab setting is preferred and ASCP certification is advantageous.