Monitor Technician | Leesburg Hospital Telemetry | Full time | Days (3-12's shift)

Monitor Technician

Start building your future at University of Florida Health as a Monitor Technician at Leesburg Hospital located in the heart of Central Florida. The city of Leesburg offers a blend of natural beauty, culture, and a welcoming community to create an exceptional place to live and work. At UF Health, we are committed to fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and professional growth. We invest in our team members by providing opportunities for career advancement, continuous learning, and meaningful work in a supportive environment. Make UF Health your next career destination.

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Director and direct supervision of the Charge RN, the Monitor Technician will perform the following job duties:

• Admits and discharges patients from the cardiac monitoring system
• Continuously monitors patients on cardiac telemetry, ensuring accurate surveillance and prompt recognition of rhythm changes.
• Communicates cardiac rhythms and any significant rhythm changes to nursing staff as requested or in accordance with department policy.
• Prints, interprets, and documents cardiac rhythm strips per policy; forwards completed rhythm strips to the Unit Secretary for filing.
• Applies critical thinking skills to effectively monitor patients, manage telemetry equipment, and adjust alarm settings in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Troubleshoots telemetry equipment and reports malfunctions or concerns to the appropriate personnel.
• Ensures accurate telemetry billing input and enters other applicable patient charges as required.
• Maintains accurate documentation and adheres to departmental, regulatory, and patient safety standards.

Schedule

FTE:.90 (36 hours/week)

Hours: 6:45am-7:15pm

Days: Variable

Qualifications

Education

Required: High School Diploma/GED

Licensure/Certification/Registration:

Required: BLS

Special Skills/Qualifications/Additional Training/Experience

Required: Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English