Monitor Tech

Overview  Doctors Hospital of Manteca Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients. At Doctors Hospital of Manteca, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That's why we offer more than a job - we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match Generous paid time off Career development and continuing education opportunities Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note :

Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary Shift:

Nights Job Type:

Full Time The Monitor Tech/Ward Clerk on the Multi-Specialty Unit is accountable for processing paper work, maintaining records and supplies, and observation of telemetry monitored patients. Knowledgeable and efficient in use of Order Communication System (O.C.), Patient Classification, Scheduling and Staffing system (PCSS) and Electronic Patient File (EPF). Maintains responsibility for accurate transcription of physicians' orders, processing paper work, maintaining records and supplies, and handling communications in order to provide a more effective and organized patient care area. Displays superior customer service skills with all customers: Physicians, hospital staff, patients and families. Performs other duties as required. Responsibilities Selects, sets-up, calibrates and adjusts monitoring equipment in accordance with physician orders. Ensures continued proper functioning of equipment; troubleshoots equipment problems as identified. Collects, transmits, and documents pertinent patient data to the Registered Nurse (RN) with correct interpretations and interval measurements on each patient at required intervals every shift and with any significant rhythm change. Maintains current monitored patients in the system; confers with nursing staff to determine correct validation counts and alarm parameters for patients. Reports alarms and changes of rhythm to RN staff. Greets, screens and processes incoming unit/dept calls, patients, visitors and messages. Transcribes physician orders, enters tests, and treatment requests into system. Assembles and maintains patient medical records including posting of results.

Qualifications Education Required:

High school graduate or equivalent

Experience:

0 - 3 MONTHS

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS

Healthcare Provider BLS. Must possess certificate of completion of EKG Arrhythmia course, must pass EKG/Arrhythmia Exam prior to hire and annually thereafter.

SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE / ABILITIES

Knowledge of HIPAA and other applicable regulations, including patient confidentiality and risk management. Ability to communicate clearly and with courtesy with all members of the healthcare team, following lines of authority as appropriate. Proficiency in the use of computers and telecommunications in documentation, tracking and conveying information. Ability to retain composure while working in a fast paced, ever changing environment. Analytical and grammatical skills are necessary to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing. Must be fluent in spoken and written English. Must be able to fulfill the essential functions of the position. #LI-AJ1 Organization Description Doctors Hospital of Manteca, part of the Central Valley Doctors Health System, is one of the largest businesses in the community. We have more than 500 employees and a medical staff of more than 150 physicians. While offering the convenience and accessibility of a small hospital, Doctors Hospital offers many advanced clinical services. Private patient rooms, expanded and enhanced imaging services, emergency, pharmacy and ICU/CCU services are designed for the care and comfort of our patients. Doctors Hospital of Manteca is fully accredited by the Joint Commission on the Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations. Join our team! Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information.

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http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations. 2603009032 Selects, sets-up, calibrates and adjusts monitoring equipment in accordance with physician orders. Ensures continued proper functioning of equipment; troubleshoots equipment problems as identified. Collects, transmits, and documents pertinent patient data to the Registered Nurse (RN) with correct interpretations and interval measurements on each patient at required intervals every shift and with any significant rhythm change. Maintains current monitored patients in the system; confers with nursing staff to determine correct validation counts and alarm parameters for patients. Reports alarms and changes of rhythm to RN staff. Greets, screens and processes incoming unit/dept calls, patients, visitors and messages. Transcribes physician orders, enters tests, and treatment requests into system. Assembles and maintains patient medical records including posting of results.

Education Required:

High school graduate or equivalent

Experience:

0 - 3 MONTHS

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS

Healthcare Provider BLS. Must possess certificate of completion of EKG Arrhythmia course, must pass EKG/Arrhythmia Exam prior to hire and annually thereafter.

SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE / ABILITIES

Knowledge of HIPAA and other applicable regulations, including patient confidentiality and risk management. Ability to communicate clearly and with courtesy with all members of the healthcare team, following lines of authority as appropriate. Proficiency in the use of computers and telecommunications in documentation, tracking and conveying information. Ability to retain composure while working in a fast paced, ever changing environment. Analytical and grammatical skills are necessary to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing. Must be fluent in spoken and written English. Must be able to fulfill the essential functions of the position. #LI-AJ1