Monitor Tech

Harlingen Medical Center

Harlingen, TXFull-timePosted 3 days agoStill listed 1 day ago

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Location
Harlingen, TX
Schedule
Full-time
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Dysrhythmia Interpretation CertificateBLS Certificate

Job overview

The Monitor Technician works in the Telemetry department, monitoring cardiac rhythms and supporting indirect patient care. The role includes communicating department needs, transcribing physician orders when electronic systems are unavailable, verifying tests, and maintaining patient records and unit supplies. The position is full-time with day shifts and 12-hour shifts. A high school diploma or equivalent, a dysrhythmia interpretation certificate, BLS certification, and six months of relevant experience are specified.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Cardiac Rhythm MonitoringDysrhythmia InterpretationPhysician Order TranscriptionTest Order VerificationPatient Record Preparation

Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent or Related ExperienceDysrhythmia Interpretation CertificateBLS CertificateSix Months Healthcare or Monitor Technician Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Overview

Position: Monitor Technician

Department: Telemetry

Employment Type: Full-Time

Shifts Available: Days

Hours: 12 hour shifts

Location: Harlingen Medical Center - Harlingen, TX

Responsibilities

  • The Monitor Tech is an unlicensed person who performs indirect care in the department setting.

  • Monitors cardiac rhythms via direct cardiac monitors. Meets the communication needs of the department.

  • Transcribes physician orders in the absence of CPOE and EMR clinical documentation system.

  • Verifies that lab tests and radiology tests have been ordered and done.

  • Prepares and compiles records in Med/ Surg/ Telemetry. Orders supplies for the unit and prepares and completes each patient's chart for necessary forms needed on a daily basis.

  • Able to assist nursing staff with indirect patient care duties as long as the activity does not distract from primary responsibility for dysrhythmia monitoring.

  • *Note: May provide direct patient care under the direct supervision of the RN within scope of Certified Nursing Assistant if 1) possesses active CNA certification; 2) demonstrates annual competency in CNA duties and skills and 3) is relieved of Monitor Technician duties during the time of assisting the RN.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent or related experience required for all new hires, effective April 2014.

  • Current Dysrhythmia Interpretation Certificate within 30 days of hire and maintain current.

  • Current BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.

  • Six months previous experience in Healthcare or as Monitor Technician.

Pay Transparency

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance options

  • Paid vacation, sick time and holidays

  • Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options

  • Employer 401K options

  • Tuition reimbursement options

  • Life, disability, and other insurance options

  • Many other amazing benefits

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

Employment Status Full Time Shift Days Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf #LI-JJ3

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