Monitor Tech

JOB SUMMARY

The Monitor Technician will be responsible for continuously monitoring cardiac rhythms of patients across multiple facilities, ensuring timely and accurate interpretation and documentation. This role involves utilizing a centralized monitoring system to detect and report any significant changes in patient condition, contributing to the overall quality of patient care. Key Responsibilities Continuously monitor and analyze cardiac rhythms of patients through a centralized monitoring system. Identify and report any significant changes in patient cardiac rhythms or vital signs to appropriate clinical staff. Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of cardiac events, patient status, and communications. Utilize the GE Carescape system for patient monitoring, adding/discharging patients, and building end-of-shift reports. Respond promptly to alarms and critical events, providing necessary information to floor staff. Communicate effectively with floor staff via desktop phone and iPhone application. Maintain a running call log of all critical events and communications. Perform virtual sitter duties as needed, cross-trained on GE Carescape and Cerner Patient Observer. Ensure a calm and professional demeanor during stressful situations. Adapt to a high-volume monitoring environment. Schedule / Shift 12-hour shifts: 06:45 AM - 7:15 PM or 6:45 PM - 7:15 AM. Unit huddle begins at 06:53 AM and 18:53 PM. Requires 6 weekend shifts per 6-week period. Requires 2 on-call shifts per 6-week period. Required Qualifications Must be telemetry competent. Ability to pass a basic cardiac rhythm test. Ability to analyze and interpret heart rhythms. Good attendance record. Ability to write and understand English. Proficient typing skills. Basic computer knowledge. Basic knowledge of iPhone operation. Preferred Qualifications Previous travel experience working in remote monitoring. CNA background. Cardiac nursing background. Medical terminology background. Previous GE monitoring experience. Certifications ECG-Board Certified (Preferred) Experience Previous travel experience working in remote monitoring is highly preferred. Skills Analyze and interpret heart rhythms. Operate GE Carescape system. Communicate effectively with clinical staff. Maintain a call log. Multi-tasking abilities. Cope with stress in a professional manner. Organized and detail-oriented. Positive attitude and energetic. Respectful demeanor. EMR / Systems GE Carescape Cerner Patient Observer (for Virtual Sitter duties) Patient Population Monitors cardiac rhythms of patients from multiple hospitals. Unit / Specialty Central Monitoring Unit (CMU) Cardiac monitoring Virtual Sitter services Floating / On-Call On-call shifts required. #J-18808-Ljbffr Compunnel, Inc.