Monitor Tech - PRN

Lake Charles Memorial Hospital • Lake Charles, LA

2d

About The Position

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: The Unit Tech/Monitor Tech assumes responsibility for the organization and clerical activities for the Telemetry Monitoring unit. SUPERVISION : Reports directly to Director of Nursing RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Communicate appropriately with staff regarding patients on telemetry monitoring. Gathers and distributes clinical data (EKG strips) to the appropriate patient care giver. Documents legibly. Maintains monitor room cleanliness. Has knowledge of and utilizes equipment (monitors, telephone, printers). The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description. EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE High School Diploma/GED Ability to complete EKG course Current CPR requirement for BLS. Physical Demands/Work Environment Work requires a variety of physical activities including sitting, standing and walking. Bending, stooping, and lifting is minimal. The work environment may be physically confining. Normal hearing or the use of adaptive hearing devices to enhance hearing required. Visual acuity required for a variety of activities. Must be able to sit and utilize PC for long periods of time. Good manual dexterity required for keyboard activities. Ability to do shift work as required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Experience Memorial is more than a slogan, its the care we provide our patients and its the commitment to our community and our team members. As a nationally certified Great Place to Work, at Lake Charles Memorial Health System you will have the opportunity to be a part of an organizational culture that supports not only exceptional patient care but also the well-being and professional growth of our employees. Join us and be a part of a team where your contributions are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your success is celebrated. Working at Lake Charles Memorial Health System | Great Place To Work

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• Ability to complete EKG course
• Current CPR requirement for BLS
• Normal hearing or the use of adaptive hearing devices to enhance hearing required.
• Visual acuity required for a variety of activities.
• Must be able to sit and utilize PC for long periods of time.
• Good manual dexterity required for keyboard activities.
• Ability to do shift work as required.

Responsibilities

• Communicate appropriately with staff regarding patients on telemetry monitoring.
• Gathers and distributes clinical data (EKG strips) to the appropriate patient care giver.
• Documents legibly.
• Maintains monitor room cleanliness.
• Has knowledge of and utilizes equipment (monitors, telephone, printers).

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees