Monitor Tech - Central Monitoring - Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital

Roper St. Francis Healthcare • Charleston, SC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Monitor Tech is responsible for measuring and monitoring EKG waveforms. They communicate information to nursing and clinicians in an effective and efficient manner utilizing hospital policy. The Monitor Tech is critical to contributing to patient safety and safe patient outcomes.

Requirements

• High School/GED (required)
• Successful completion of EKG/arrythmia exam (required by end of orientation)
• Ability to use Microsoft word and excel
• Ability to multi-task
• Strong verbal communication
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to remain calm in high-stress situations
• Strong listening skills
• Ability to prioritize effectively
• Ability to be proactive in a rapidly changing environment
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Effectively manages technology and interprets information
• Ability to troubleshoot technology
• EKG
• Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.
• Neonates (0-4 weeks)
• Infant (1-12 months)
• Pediatrics (1-12 years)
• Adolescents (13-17 years)
• Adults (18-64 years)
• Geriatrics (65 years and older)

Nice To Haves

• Prior EKG or telemetry experience (preferred)
• EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Provides continuous cardiac monitor observation.
• Informs nurses of essential information regarding equipment, changes in cardiac rhythm, and patient updates.
• Compiles patient data and report on a shift by shift basis.
• Takes care of the monitoring equipment and notification of bio-medical when equipment needs to be replaced or taken out of service for repairs.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, and short- and long-term disability
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED