Unit Associate / Monitor Technician (Per Diem, Variable Shift)

Adventist Health; Tehachapi (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health Tehachapi Valley is seeking staff to greet visitors, maintain medical records, and support nursing teams with clerical tasks. The role includes monitoring patient cardiac rhythms telemetrically and interpreting basic rhythms to relay information to clinicians.

Responsibilities cover routine EKGs/holter monitoring, equipment upkeep and ensuring smooth unit operations. CPR/BLS certification is required, with preferred additional coursework in dysrhythmia care.

Qualifications

• High School Education or GED required.
• Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent preferred.
• One year of relevant experience preferred.
• Cardiac Rhythm Recognition coursework preferred.
• Critical Care Dysrhythmia ECG coursework preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greets and directs visitors.
• Prepares and maintains medical records.
• Responds to patient requests for assistance.
• Provides information to patients, families, and physicians.
• Monitors cardiac rhythms of patients on telemetric equipment.
• Interprets basic cardiac rhythms and monitor malfunctions.
• Relays pertinent monitor information to the appropriate personnel.
• Provides clerical support to keep the unit running smoothly.

Skills

Clerical skills

Interpersonal communication

Prioritization

Education

High School Education/GED

Associate’s/Technical Degree

One year’s relevant experience

Cardiac Rhythm Recognition coursework

Critical Care Dysrhythmia EKG coursework

Tools

EKG/telemetry monitors

Telemetry equipment

Cardiac monitors

Holter monitor equipment

Job description

Adventist Health Tehachapi Valley has been providing high‑quality healthcare services since 1934. We are comprised of a 25‑bed hospital, wide range of outpatient services, emergency department, rural health clinics and medical offices. Tehachapi is located just north of Southern California's highly populated areas, with a mountain locale known for its outdoor living. Residents enjoy the scenic beauty, extreme sports and wildlife. Tehachapi is a nice balance of a small‑town community within an epicenter of shopping, retail, arts and culture.

Job Summary

Greets and directs visitors. Prepares and maintains medical records. Responds to patient requests for assistance. Provides information to patients, families, and physicians. Provides other clerical support to nursing team as required. Monitors cardiac rhythms of patients on telemetric equipment. Interprets basic cardiac rhythms, common dysrhythmia and monitor mechanical malfunctions. Reads, interprets and relays pertinent information regarding the cardiac monitors to the appropriate personnel. Provides clerical support. Keeps unit running smoothly and uses prioritization skills to meet deadlines as indicated.

Education and Work Experience

• High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required
• Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
• One year’s relevant experience: Preferred
• Cardiac Rhythm Recognition coursework: Preferred
• Critical Care Dysrhythmia electrocardiogram (EKG) coursework: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required

Facility Specific License/Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required

Essential Functions

• Monitors electrocardiogram (EKG) continuously, documents arrhythmia and reports significant changes to physician.
• Performs a variety of clerical duties including routing patient reports. Performs electrocardiograms (EKGs) and holter monitor replacements in a variety of settings.
• Maintains equipment including cardiac monitors, pulse oximeters, phototherapy lights, mist tents and Dinamap.
• Checks patient supplies, i.e., telemetry batteries, electrodes, pouches, etc., weekly and orders when necessary.
• Performs other job‑related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

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