Monitor Tech, Full-Time/Nightshift

Orlando Health•Orlando, FL

About The Position

The Monitor Tech is responsible for continuous monitoring, interpretation, communication, and documentation of cardiac rhythms and rhythm components. The role monitors patient information to establish baseline rhythms, analyzes and records cardiac rhythm findings, communicates changes and monitoring issues to Registered Nurses according to escalation protocols, and supports the safe operation of the central monitoring station and telemetry equipment.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
BLS/Health Care Provider certification required.
Six months of monitor tech experience required.
Monitor technicians with prior related experience must pass an ECG competency Rhythm Test with a grade of 84% or higher. If the grade is below 84%, they must take Orlando Health’s basic ECG course and pass the exam within 60 days.
Monitor technicians without previous related experience must take Orlando Health’s basic ECG course and complete the Rhythm Test within 60 days with a passing grade of 84% or higher.

Responsibilities

Monitor and review patient information to determine baseline cardiac rhythm.
Demonstrate competency in telemetry lead placement for accurate cardiac rhythm analysis.
Analyze cardiac rhythm and record measurements, calculations, and interpretation in the patient record every six hours and as needed, in accordance with established protocols.
Notify the Registered Nurse of cardiac rhythm or rhythm component changes and follow the current escalation protocol.
Notify the Registered Nurse if a patient is off the monitor and follow the current escalation protocol.
Maintain current knowledge of the technical operation of the central monitoring station.
Maintain and check high and low alarm settings for every telemetry patient each shift.
Give and accept shift reports to provide current patient information.
Work with assigned nursing personnel to coordinate initiation and discontinuation of telemetry.
Identify and troubleshoot routine technical problems with the central monitoring system and initiate biomedical repairs as necessary.
Advance current knowledge of cardiac rhythm analysis and interpretation.
Protect patient confidentiality and sensitive data at all times.
Maintain reasonably regular and punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies and applicable standards.
Maintain compliance with Orlando Health policies and procedures.
Safeguard electronic equipment by keeping liquids away from computers, telemetry monitors, and phones.
Maintain a physical environment conducive to continuous telemetry monitoring, including noise reduction and minimal foot traffic.
Answer the telephone promptly and courteously, identify self, and respond to requests.
Support new ideas and positive change, and remain calm and helpful during stressful situations.
Attend staff meetings and meet mandatory education requirements.
Demonstrate commitment to service, organizational values, and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor.
Support and participate in planned changes.
Participate in performance improvement activities as assigned.
Use time and resources effectively and efficiently.
Perform other duties as assigned.