Monitor Technician

Monitor Technician Rock Island, IL Job Details Full-time $17.06 - $25.60 an hour 16 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Adoption assistance On-the-job training Parental leave 401(k) matching Pet insurance Qualifications Computer operation Direct patient care CPR Certification Phone communication EKG Computer literacy BLS Certification CPR Patient safety Medical administrative support Organizational skills Blood glucose monitoring Computer skills Patient interaction Clerical experience Patient charting Clean workspace maintenance Phone etiquette Order entry Medical terminology Cardiovascular patient monitoring Entry level Patient observation

Full Job Description Overview:

Shift:

Day Shift; 4 9-Hour Shifts The Monitor Technician's functions include observation, identification, documentation and communication of various cardiac rhythms. The Monitor Technician reports these changes to the patient's assigned nurse and responds to physician inquiries. Why UnityPoint Health?: At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We're proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members. Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you're in.

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Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program. Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members. Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family. With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together. And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities:

The monitor technician observes the central station, telemetry monitors. Contributes toward accomplishment of patient's Plan of Care goals by providing care activities as assigned by the nurse. Demonstrates competence in the implementation/administration of age appropriate care in accordance with established Practice Guidelines, Policies/Procedures and State/Federal Law in regards to hygiene, nutritional, elimination, and activity measures as well as non-sterile/non-invasive procedures, oxygen setup, simple dressings, traction set-up, blood glucose testing, measuring and recording vital signs and non-sterile specimen collection. Promptly completes documentation to assure an accurate legal record of patient's care. Promotes, monitors and maintains a safe clean environment by assisting with identifying safety needs of patients and modifying the environment to meet these needs, perform light housekeeping functions to maintain a clean, neat and orderly work/patient care area, adhering to established Universal/Standard precautions. Provides for efficient operation of unit/department by taking initiative and assuming other responsibilities as needed. Contributes effectively to the communication needs of the department by acknowledging patients, healthcare providers and visitors upon arrival to the unit, engaging in collaborative communication, identifying and reporting patient care concerns in a timely manner, practicing excellent telephone etiquette

Qualifications:

Ability to perform ECG's, interpret cardiac dysrythmias and/or ECG pattern changes. Training or equivalent experience computerized order entry and general clerical functions via computer. On-the-job training necessary for monitor technician skills. Previous medical/clerical experience with demonstrated proficiency is preferred. Basic computer skills preferred. Strong medical terminology and knowledge of cardiac drugs which affect the conduction system. Should demonstrate strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Must maintain current CPR certification. Specific offers are determined by various factors, such as experience, skills, internal equity, and other business needs. The salary range listed does not include other forms of compensation which may include bonuses/incentive, differential pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits that may be applicable to this role.