Monitor Tech- Health Central Monitoring Services - Nights

Orlando Health•Ocoee, FL

10h•Onsite

About The Position

Orlando Health – Health Central Hospital, located in Ocoee, Florida, is a 252-bed comprehensive medical and surgical acute-care facility with a rich history of serving its community for over 70 years. The hospital offers a wide range of services, including 24/7 emergency care, cardiovascular and stroke care, neurosciences, oncology, orthopedics, and minimally invasive robotic surgery. It has received numerous accreditations and designations in specialty services and has earned high-performing ratings from U.S. News & World Report and recognition as a Top Teaching Hospital from The Leapfrog Group. As part of the larger Orlando Health system, Health Central Hospital is committed to providing exceptional care across Florida, Central Alabama, and Puerto Rico. Orlando Health prioritizes employee well-being with comprehensive benefits, including career-advancing education programs and support services, starting from day one. They emphasize flexibility and a commitment to being a supportive workplace.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Must pass Rhythm Test with grade of 84% or higher. If grade is below 84%, individual must take Orlando Health’s basic ECG course and pass the exam within 60 days.
Must take Orlando Health’s basic ECG course and complete the Rhythm Test within 60 days with a pass rate of 84% or higher (for those without previous experience).
BLS/Health Care provider certification required.
None (Experience requirement is waived if ECG course is completed within 60 days).

Nice To Haves

Monitor Technician with prior related experience.

Responsibilities

Monitors and reviews patient information to determine baseline cardiac rhythm.
Demonstrates competency in telemetry lead placement for accurate cardiac rhythm analysis.
Analyzes cardiac rhythm and records measurements, calculations, and interpretation of patient record in accordance every 6 hours and PRN with established protocols.
Notifies Registered Nurse of cardiac rhythm or rhythm component changes and follows current escalation protocol.
Notifies Registered Nurse if patient off monitor and follows current escalation protocol.
Maintains current knowledge of the technical operation of the central monitoring station.
Maintains/checks high and low alarm settings on every telemetry patient each shift.
Gives/accepts shift reports to provide current patient information.
Works with assigned nursing personnel to coordinate initiation and discontinuation of telemetry.
Identifies and troubleshoots routine technical problems with the central monitoring system and initiates biomedical repairs as necessary.
Advances own current knowledge of cardiac rhythm analysis and interpretation.
Protects patient confidentiality and sensitive data at all times.
Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
Safeguards electronic Equipment, keeping liquids away from computers, telemetry monitors, and phones.
Maintains physical environment conducive to continuous telemetry monitoring, including but not limited to noise reduction and minimal foot traffic.
Answers the telephone promptly and courteously, identifying self and responding to requests.
Supports new ideas and promotes positive change. Remains calm and helpful during stressful situations.
Attends staff meetings and meets all mandatory education requirements.
Demonstrates commitment to service, organizational values, and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor at all times.
Enthusiastically supports and participates in planned changes.
Participates in performance improvement activities as assigned.
Consistently utilizes time and resources effectively and efficiently.
Other duties as assigned.