Experienced Monitor Tech - Centralized Telemetry - (Pool/Shift Varies) - Arnold Palmer Hospital

Orlando Health • Orlando, FL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children is seeking a Monitor Tech responsible for the continuous monitoring, interpretation, communication, and documentation of cardiac rhythms and rhythm components. This role is part of the APH Centralized Telemetry department and is a pool position with a varying shift.

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.

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.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement using a clinical ladder.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
• Retirement Savings Plan with up to 5% match.
• Financial savings accounts and Health Savings Accounts.
• Nearly 5 weeks of PTO in your 1st year of employment.
• Employer paid life insurance, Short & Long-Term Disability.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED