Monitor Technician - Central Monitoring Unit (CMU)

Cleveland Clinic • Stuart, FL

48d • Onsite

About The Position

Join Cleveland Clinic's Martin South Hospital where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world class and caregivers are family. This 100-bed hospital serves the communities in and around Martin County. Here, you will work alongside passionate physicians, nurses and other caregivers in a family-oriented, supportive environment. The Central Monitoring Unit (CMU) serves as a live control center, with caregivers monitoring patients 24/7 to enhance care and safety. In this position, you will inform nursing staff about cardiac rhythm and/or hemodynamic changes that could affect patient condition. You play an integral role in ensuring the continuity of medical attention across Martin South Hospital, making you invaluable to your caregiving team and our patients. A caregiver in this position works days from 7:00AM - 7:30PM. Our caregivers continue to create the best outcomes for our patients across each of our facilities. Click the link and see how we're dedicated to providing what matters most to you: https://jobs.clevelandclinic.org/benefits-2/ Physical Requirements: Ability to work in a fast paced environment under moderate pressure, multi-task with accuracy to keep track of a large number of patients and requires long periods of sitting and watching a computer monitors. Visual acuity for observing cardiac monitor data. Personal Protective Equipment: Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Knowledge and understanding of basic patient care activities through formal training program in Allied Health or a healthcare field (e.g., Nursing, Medical Assisting, EMT or a similar field) OR one year of patient care experience in a hospital, nursing home, or healthcare setting
• Working knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy/physiology, computer and typing skills
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA)

Nice To Haves

• Completion of EKG/Cardiac Monitoring Course
• Experience as a Monitor Technician
• Demonstrated skill in recognizing abnormal cardiac rhythms

Responsibilities

• Perform ongoing surveillance of patients' cardiac monitors, cardiac rhythm and vital signs.
• Interpret patient cardiac/hemodynamic rhythm and document in the electronic medical record.
• Answer the telephone and communicate clearly when receiving and delivering information.
• Orient and mentor new caregivers, serving as a training and troubleshooting resource for the CMU and nursing units.
• Provide reports for the oncoming shift.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees