Monitor Technician - Full Time Nights
About The Position
Kindred Hospital Los Angeles helps patients return to the lives they love. At our hospital, our physician-led care teams provide critically ill patients with the specialized acute care and rehabilitation they need, for the time they need it - empowering them to take the next step in their recovery journey. Located in Ladera Heights near Fox Hills Park, Blanco Park and Ladera Park, we are a short drive from restaurants and shops, as well as close to public transit. Job Summary Monitors heart rhythm pattern of patients to detect abnormal pattern variances, using telemetry equipment. Review patient information to determine normal heart rhythm pattern, current pattern, and prior variances. Observes screen of cardiac monitor and listens for alarm to identify abnormal variation in heart rhythm.
Requirements
- Must read, write and speak fluent English
- Must have good and regular attendance
- Satisfactory score on EKG interpretation competency test
- Ability to accurately identify cardiac rhythms and understand their significance
- High School diploma or equivalent required
- Current BLS certification
- No prior experience required
Nice To Haves
- EKG certification preferred
Responsibilities
- Monitors telemetry of patients by observing telemetry monitors for changes in cardiac rhythms
- Removes and cleans telemetry boxes when patient is discharged from telemetry
- Maintains accurate records of telemetry patients
- Immediately notifies RN or supervisor of rhythm changes
- Assigns transmitters and wires and sets up the monitor system for all telemetry ordered patients
- Troubleshoots transmitters and wires and sets up the monitor system for all telemetry ordered patients
- Stays abreast of federal, state, and local regulations for food safety and sanitation
- Performs other related duties as assigned
Benefits
- ScionHealth has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit-eligible employees that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
