Monitor Technician

DUNCAN REGIONAL HOSPITAL•Duncan, OK

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the RN, the Monitor Tech monitors cardiac rhythm and assists nursing staff in correct use of telemetry and electrode placement. Also performs and coordinates clerical duties to assist the ICU Team in providing safe and compassionate care.

Requirements

Communication skills including fluency in oral and written English.
Basic computer skills including the ability to send/receive/email, navigate information technology associated with the position, and use Electronic Health Record information tools.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to remain flexible to quickly adapt to urgent situations.
Ability to adapt procedures, processes, tools, equipment, and techniques to accomplish the requirements of the position.
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
American Heart Association BLS required
May have up to 30 days from date of hire or promotion to earn BLS.
For those positions requiring travel, a current valid driver’s license and automobile liability insurance must be maintained.
This is a Safety-Sensitive Position as defined by Oklahoma law. As such, please be advised that applicants for this position cannot test positive in pre-employment drug tests (or any drug tests administered after employment begins) for the presence of Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), a psychoactive component of cannabis. This is true even if the applicant is in possession of a valid medical marijuana card that otherwise allows the license-holder to legally use and consume medical marijuana. Team Members in Safety-Sensitive positions are not permitted to test positive for the presence of THC in any pre-employment drug test, or any other drug test administered after employment begins.
This position requires respirator and fit testing. Required testing will be performed on all team members at risk for exposure to airborne infectious diseases, droplet producing procedures, or any caustic chemicals.
As a condition of employment, vaccinations are required per DRH Policy. Medical and Religious Exemptions are available upon request.

Nice To Haves

Previous health care related preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides patient care under the direction of the registered nurse (RN), which may include but is not limited to: monitoring cardiac rhythms, assuring cardiac rhythms are recorded and uploaded to patient record, managing telemetry equipment and assisting staff in assigning and placement of telemetry unit in timely manner, communicating patient alarms to the appropriate care provider, answering patient call lights and phone, facilitating communication between the nurses and providers, and assuring medication safety by transportation of medications from the pneumatic tube and/or desk area to the RN or the medication room, transcribing, and entering non-medication orders into the electronic health record.
Protects patients and team members by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
Documents patient care services timely and accurately.
Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
Ensures operation of equipment by verifying preventive maintenance requirements are completed, call in repairs, and evaluate new equipment and techniques.
Maintains professional and technical knowledge through continuing education opportunities including internal and external educational offerings.
Maintains a cooperative relationship among health care teams by communicating information and participating in team problem-solving methods.
here… Regular attendance and punctuality for scheduled shifts.
Appropriately adapts assessment, treatment, and/or care methods to accommodate the physical, cultural, age-specific, and other developmental needs of each person served.
Maintains professional and technical knowledge through continuing education opportunities including internal and external educational offerings.
Utilization of assistive devices for lifting is mandatory.
Must adhere to safety protocols at all times.
Per DRH policy, all required conditions of employment must be met and maintained including required vaccinations.
This position requires respirator and fit testing. Required testing will be performed on all team members at risk for exposure to airborne infectious diseases, droplet producing procedures, or any caustic chemicals.
Implement DRH Standards of Behavior and exhibit behaviors consistent with DRH core values.
Performs other related duties as assigned.