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Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
The Monitor Tech is responsible for measuring and monitoring EKG waveforms. They communicate information to nursing and clinicians in an effective and efficient manner utilizing hospital policy. The Monitor Tech is critical to contributing to patient safety and safe patient outcomes.
Essential Job Functions
- Provides continuous cardiac monitor observation.
- Informs nurses of essential information regarding equipment, changes in cardiac rhythm, and patient updates.
- Compiles patient data and report on a shift by shift basis.
- Takes care of the monitoring equipment and notification of bio-medical when equipment needs to be replaced or taken out of service for repairs.
Answers the phone and call physician consults, programs phones, cameras, and answers call lights
Paper work associated with admissions and discharges
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Licensing/Certification
None
Education
High School/GED (required)
Work Experience
Prior EKG or telemetry experience (preferred)
Training
Successful completion of EKG/arrhythmia exam (required by end of orientation)
EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred)
Skills
- Ability to use Microsoft word and excel
- Ability to multi-task
- Strong verbal communication
- Strong customer service skills
- Ability to remain calm in high-stress situations
- Strong listening skills
- Ability to prioritize effectively
- Ability to be proactive in a rapidly changing environment
- Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
- Effectively manages technology and interprets information
- Ability to troubleshoot technology
- EKG
Working Conditions
Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur
May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse
May be required to use physical restraints
May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.
May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights
May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids*
May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials*
May have periods of constant interruptions
General office environment
Prolonged periods of working alone
Physical Requirements
Lifting/Carrying (0-50 lbs.) 34-66%
Lifting/Carrying (50-100+ lbs.) 1-33%
Push/Pull (0-50 lbs.) 1-33%
Push/Pull (50-100+ lbs.) 1-33%
Stoop/Kneel 34-66%
Crawling 0%
Climbing 0%
Balance 1-33%
Bending 34-66%
Sitting 67-100%
Walking 34-66%
Standing 34-66%
Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards
Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)
Perform shift work
Maneuver weight of patients
Hear alarms/telephone
Reach above shoulder
Repetitive arm/hand movements
Finger Dexterity
Color Vision
Acuity - far
Acuity - near
Depth perception
Use of Latex products
Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents
Exposure to moving mechanical parts
Exposure to dust/fumes
Exposure to potential electrical shock
Exposure to high pitched noises
Gaseous risk exposure
Patient Population
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.
Neonates (0-4 weeks)
Infant (1-12 months)
Pediatrics (1-12 years)
Adolescents (13-17 years)
Adults (18-64 years)
Geriatrics (65 years and older)
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more
*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health - Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours - Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com
