Patient Care Unit Secretary & Monitor Technician

Responsibilities The Unit Secretary/Monitor Technician performs clerical and communication functions on the assigned nursing unit. S/he monitors patients for arrhythmias and alerts proper personnel as needed. She/he provides courteous reception on the nursing unit and coordinates activities for patient care. Minimum Education High School Diploma or GED or equivalent experience; Completion of an EKG or Rhythm interpretation course. Minimum Experience & Knowledge Minimum of one (1) year current experience as a Unit Secretary and Monitor Tech in an acute care; Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing; Knowledge of medical terminology; Data entry computer skills. License & Certification Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) card from the American Heart Association; ED/Geropsych: AB 508 Certification (if no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire); EKG course required; Successful candidate must pass rhythm recognition exam. Compensation Hourly rate range for this position is $26 to $33.65. EEO & Hiring USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Southern California