Monitor Tech Scanner | Iowa Heart
About The Position
The Monitor Tech Scanner performs Holter monitor testing and scanning, analyzes recorded electrocardiograms, recognizes arrhythmias, and communicates adverse findings to a nurse or physician. The role screens patient records and orders, educates and prepares patients for testing, documents symptoms and results, and routes reports for physician interpretation. It also maintains monitoring equipment, supplies, and testing areas; supports communication between staff and monitor services; and provides patient transport as needed. The position requires travel to other MercyOne Iowa Heart Center offices or MercyOne campuses when needed. Applicants must live in Iowa and have monitor tech experience. EKG/arrhythmia training or telemetry monitoring experience is preferred, but on-the-job training is available.
Requirements
- Must live in the state of Iowa.
- Must have monitor tech experience.
- Basic computer skills.
- Obtain Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) Certified Rhythm Analysis Technician (CRAT) certification within 18 months of hire.
- Complete Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to the population served within three months of hire.
- Hold Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider certification or obtain it by the end of the orientation period, approximately six weeks after hire.
- Valid Iowa driver's or chauffeur's license; meet Mercy's Motor Vehicle Safety Standards; be at least 18 years old and eligible to drive under Iowa law.
Nice To Haves
- EKG/arrhythmia training or telemetry monitoring experience; on-the-job training is available.
- Medical terminology.
Responsibilities
- Maintain proficiency with monitor equipment and procedures used at MercyOne Iowa Heart Center.
- Screen patient medical records for appropriate diagnoses and procedure orders; instruct and educate patients about ordered tests and prepare them for procedures.
- Perform Holter monitor testing according to established protocols.
- Scan Holter monitors according to established procedures and analyze heart rhythms recorded on the monitor.
- Interpret arrhythmias generally, identify adverse arrhythmias, and inform a nurse or physician.
- Document symptoms, record monitor strips, and route reports to the appropriate doctor for interpretation.
- Transport, ambulate, and transfer patients as needed.
- Document accurately and completely in the EHR and billing system in a timely manner.
- Maintain strict confidentiality of patient information.
- Act as a liaison between staff and monitor services.
- Maintain equipment in designated testing areas; keep the work environment clean and organized; stock and order supplies; coordinate monitor repairs and replacements.
- Demonstrate customer service and interpersonal skills, take responsibility for work and conduct, and treat patients and colleagues with respect.
- Communicate effectively and cooperate with peers and leaders to maintain an effective healthcare team.
- Serve as a resource and help orient and develop new staff.
- Participate in quality assurance activities as directed by the technical and medical director.
- Follow Joint Commission, Iowa Department of Public Health, and Intersocietal Accreditation Commission guidelines; complete department competencies on time.
- Attend required meetings and participate on committees as requested.
- Participate in professional development and maintain professional affiliations.
- Operate required vehicles safely and travel to other MercyOne Iowa Heart Center offices or MercyOne campuses as needed.
- Perform other work-related duties as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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