Monitor Technician/Unit Secretary - ICU
About The Position
This position provides reception and performs clerical functions for the ICU patient care unit and ensures the accurate monitoring and reporting of patient cardiac rhythm to meet the needs of the nursing staff and other care providers. In addition, this position routinely completes lead electrocardiograms (ECGs) for ICU patients and transcribes physician, nursing and other provider orders for care. A NONPROFIT HEALTHCARE PROVIDER IN EL DORADO COUNTY Marshall is a nonprofit community healthcare provider located in the heart of the Sierra Foothills. Our history stems back to 1956, when the community banded together to build a modern hospital for El Dorado County. Since opening our doors in 1959, Marshall has been proud to maintain our status as an independent hospital whose governance remains local. Our mission is to improve the health of our community and offer health services of superior value and quality, centered on the goals and needs of our patients. We strive to deliver service that exceeds our patients’ expectations. Quality Care Marshall is routinely recognized in the top tier of hospitals in California by independent consumer healthcare groups, and we’re always striving to improve. Marshall’s Emergency Department is a verified Level III Trauma Center and our Stroke Program is not only distinguished as a Primary Stroke Center by the Joint Commission but also earned a Gold–Plus designation from the American Heart/American Stroke Association. Marshall’s Birth Center was also designated by the World Health Organization and UNICEF as a Baby Friendly® certified facility for breastfeeding advocacy. Serving El Dorado County & Surrounding Areas Marshall includes Marshall Hospital, a fully accredited acute care facility with 111 beds located in Placerville; several outpatient facilities in Cameron Park, Placerville, El Dorado Hills, and Georgetown; primary and specialty care clinics, more than 190 affiliated physicians and providers, as well as a team of more than 1,600 employees providing quality healthcare services to residents of El Dorado County. Marshall’s executive leadership is governed by a local board of directors who volunteer their time to represent the needs and interests of a growing community. Marshall also has a dedicated group of Auxiliary members, adult and junior volunteers that lend their support.
Requirements
- High school graduation or equivalent required.
- Successful completion of a medical terminology course.
- Demonstrated ability to interpret cardiac rhythm required.
- Must have written and verbal English proficiency.
- Clerical/receptionist experience required.
- Basic keyboarding/computer skills preferred typing of 30 CWPM.
- Must possess manual dexterity and physical/visual ability to watch computer monitors for extended periods of time (8-12 hours per day).
- Must be a highly organized individual with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Provides reception and performs clerical functions for the ICU patient care unit
- Ensures the accurate monitoring and reporting of patient cardiac rhythm to meet the needs of the nursing staff and other care providers
- Routinely completes lead electrocardiograms (ECGs) for ICU patients
- Transcribes physician, nursing and other provider orders for care
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
