Monitor Tech, PRN Nights Position Available In Lake, Florida
Tallo's Job Summary: The Monitor Tech position at South Lake Hospital in Clermont, Florida, is a PRN role on night shifts in the Centralized Telemetry department. Responsibilities include continuous monitoring, interpretation, and documentation of cardiac rhythms. Competitive pay, benefits, and perks offered. Qualifications include high school diploma, Monitor Technician certification, and BLS/Health Care provider certification.
Job Description
Monitor Tech, PRN Nights
Clermont, Florida
Clinical, Allied & Patient Care
No
OH South Lake Hospital
Night
OH South Lake Hospital
235730
Job Description
Position Summary
Facility:
South Lake Hospital
Location:
Clermont, FL
Status:
PRN (Per Diem)
Department:
Centralized Telemetry
Schedule:
Nights
Title:
Monitor Tech
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Orlando Health South Lake Hospital is a comprehensive medical and surgical acute care facility serving the residents of Lake County as a trusted member of the community for over 75 years. Conveniently located in Clermont, the hospital’s dedicated team of physicians, nurses, clinicians and medical professionals is committed to delivering expert and compassionate care. Our efforts have earned us recognition as a national leader.
“Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work” is not just something we say, it’s our promise to you.
ORLANDO HEALTH – BENEFITS & PERKS
Competitive Pay
Evening, nights, and weekend shift differentials offered for qualifying positions.
All Inclusive Benefits (start day one)
Student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, FREE college education programs, retirement savings, paid paternity leave, fertility benefits, back up elder and childcare, pet insurance, PTO/Holidays, and more for full time and part time employees.
Employee-centric
South Lake Hospital has been selected as one of the “Best Places to Work in Healthcare” by Modern Healthcare
Monitor Tech is responsible for the continuous monitoring, interpretation, communication, and documentation of cardiac rhythms and rhythm components.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions
Monitors and reviews patient information to determine baseline cardiac rhythm.
Demonstrates competency in telemetry lead placement for accurate cardiac rhythm analysis.
Analyzes cardiac rhythm and records measurements, calculations, and interpretation of patient record in accordance every 6 hours and PRN with established protocols.
Notifies Registered Nurse of cardiac rhythm or rhythm component changes and follows current escalation protocol.
Notifies Registered Nurse if patient off monitor and follows current escalation protocol.
Maintains current knowledge of the technical operation of the central monitoring station.
Maintains/checks high and low alarm settings on every telemetry patient each shift.
Gives/accepts shift reports to provide current patient information.
Works with assigned nursing personnel to coordinate initiation and discontinuation of telemetry.
Identifies and troubleshoots routine technical problems with the central monitoring system and initiates biomedical repairs as necessary.
Advances own current knowledge of cardiac rhythm analysis and interpretation.
Protects patient confidentiality and sensitive data at all times.
Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
Other Related Functions
Safeguards electronic Equipment, keeping liquids away from computers, telemetry monitors, and phones.
Maintains physical environment conducive to continuous telemetry monitoring, including but not limited to noise reduction and minimal foot traffic.
Answers the telephone promptly and courteously, identifying self and responding to requests.
Supports new ideas and promotes positive change. Remains calm and helpful during stressful situations.
Attends staff meetings and meets all mandatory education requirements.
Demonstrates commitment to service, organizational values, and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor at all times.
Enthusiastically supports and participates in planned changes.
Participates in performance improvement activities as assigned
Consistently utilizes time and resources effectively and efficiently
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education/Training
High school graduate or equivalent and:
Monitor Technician with prior related experience AND has passed an ECG competency assessment:
• Must pass Rhythm Test with grade of 84% or higher. If grade is below 84%, individual must take Orlando Health’s basic ECG
course and pass the exam within 60 days. Licensure/Certification
BLS/Health Care provider certification required.
