Monitor Technician - Full Time Night Shift

Job Title

Employment Type: Full time

Shift: Night Shift

Description: 7:00pm - 7:30am The schedule includes working a weekend and holiday rotation. ALL TRAINING OCCURS DURING THE DAY SHIFT

Position Summary:

Operates patient monitoring equipment, provides accurate, continuous surveillance of designated patient parameters, assesses functioning, provides basic troubleshooting of equipment, and collects and stores data.

Performs 12 lead EKG

Education, Training, Experience, Certification and Licensure:

High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Courses in physical science and previous medical/cardiac/EKG training are desirable.

Participates in orientation and continuing education and updates and maintains knowledge and skills related to specific areas of expertise.

Special Equipment, Skills or Other Requirements:

• Experience reading monitors or EKGs is strongly preferred.
• Successfully completes Phase 1 and Phase 2 of the Monitor Technician orientation program or the equivalent.

Work Environment and Hazards:

Clinical setting. Exposure class I - Routine or potential exposure to blood, body fluids, excretions, or secretions.

Physical Demands:

Sedentary work: Sit for extended periods of time, light physical work, vision, and physical dexterity adequate to accurately do role.

Work Contact Group:

All services, employees, medical staff, patients, visitors, vendors, various regulatory and professional agencies.

Supervised By:

Designated RN, Unit Manager, Clinical Coordinator

Supervises:

Assigned orientees

Specific Criteria:

• Adheres to established hospital policy and procedure related to job function.
• Operates patient monitoring equipment.
• Assesses the functioning of monitoring equipment.
• Provides basic troubleshooting of monitoring equipment.
• Provides accurate continuous surveillance of designated patient parameters.
• Notifies designated staff of any change in patient's EKG status.
• Maintains ongoing communication with staff assigned to patient, other monitor technicians, and physicians.
• Reports and stores select measurement and readings.
• Reports equipment problems to designated staff and follow-up as directed.
• Maintains workstation inventory.
• Adheres to safety standard within the unit.
• Maintains confidentiality related to patients, staff, and visitors.
• Assists in the orientation of new employees.
• Completes mandatory educational activities.
• Maintain required competencies.
• Abides by established personnel policies and procedures.
• Attends staff meetings.
• Adheres to hospital confidentiality statement.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Pay Range: $18.75 - $25.65

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location

Our Commitment:

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.