Monitor Technician - Surgical/Trauma/PCU - Med/Surg

Valleywise Health • Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

Under the general direction of the Nurse Manager, the Monitor Technician provides monitoring surveillance on a special care unit. The role involves continuously observing patients and quickly alerting staff to changes in patient activity that could contribute to a fall, injury, or elopement. The technician supports a safe environment for patients who are suicidal, on an administrative hold, pediatric patients not boarded in a secured area and/or at risk of harm, impulsive, self-injurious, cognitively impaired or confused, or have an unsteady gait. The Monitor Technician collaborates with all unit members, including patients and families, and is vital to patient care.

The hourly pay rate is $16.22–$23.92. The position requires a high school diploma or GED and a BLS card obtained through an approved American Heart Association training center upon hire. The technician must successfully complete approved Valleywise Health computer classes.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• BLS card obtained through an approved American Heart Association training center upon hire.
• Successfully complete approved Valleywise Health computer classes.
• Ability to read, write, and speak effectively in English.
• Ability to work with culturally diverse people.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills.
• Working knowledge of medical terminology.
• Proficiency in computer programs such as Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of an accredited Unit Technician school for Monitor Technician.
• One year of previous Central Surveillance and Unit Coordinator experience.
• Experience as a patient safety attendant in a hospital, nursing home, or home care setting for patients with medical or behavioral needs.

Responsibilities

• Continuously observe patients on a special care unit.
• Quickly alert staff to changes in patient activity that could contribute to a fall, injury, or elopement.
• Help provide a safe environment for patients who meet the listed safety-monitoring criteria.
• Collaborate with unit members, patients, and families.

What This Job Offers

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