Monitor Technician - Monitoring Central Telemetry - Full Time

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  • Christus Health
Job Summary
Location
Longview ,TX 75601
Job Type
Contract
Visa
Any Valid Visa
Salary
PayRate
Qualification
BCA
Experience
2Years - 10Years
Posted
09 Mar 2025
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Job Description
Description

Summary:

The technician assumes the responsibilities for constant electro-cardiographic monitoring with rapid, accurate notification of questionable patterns, and provides accurate documentation of information obtained from the cardiac monitoring equipment. Involves provision of patient care/service to older adolescent, young adult, adult, and geriatric patients.

Responsibilities:

Patient Monitoring
Monitors ECG rhythms
After receiving report, watches cardiac monitors constantly and reports immediately to the appropriate RN any changes in rhythm or exceeding alarms parameters.
Enters patient information and approved into central monitor.
Sets and maintains alarm limits according to policy.
Discharges patient as approved by the RN
Monitoring Equipment Maintenance
Assures that all monitoring equipment is clean and stored in their proper place.
Uses equipment and supplies with proper care at all times. Demonstrates proper knowledge of equipment function and supplies
Reports malfunctioning equipment to the charge nurse and clinical equipment department.
Takes responsibility for procurement of new supplies and informs Unit Director of supply needs as they occur.
Communication
Punctually gives/receives report on assigned patients. Report includes current information displayed on screen and arrhythmia analysis/history of each patient.
Give a brief and accurate summary to the Charge Nurse of the patient's status hourly.
Maintains a cooperative relationship with the medical staff.
Assists the nurse in informing physician of patient ECG history.
Accepts re-assignments and functions productively when reassigned.
Answers phone quietly, quickly, and respectfully at all times. Accurately relays messages.
Notifies RN of any dysrhythmia.
Encourages direct discussion between staff members when differences occur and seeks assistance to arbitrate differences as needed.
Gives and accepts constructive feedback appropriately.
Identifies actual and potentially unsafe patient care practices, reports them in the designated manner, and suggests alternatives.
Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

Education/Skills

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
Successful completion of Monitor Tech course preferred.

Experience

Previous hospital clerical experience or equivalent training or education preferred.

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

None required

Work Type:

Full Time

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