MRI Monitor Tech
About The Position
This technology-based role monitors telemetry for MRI patients and is described as the first of its kind in the nation. Based at Butterworth Hospital, the Remote Telemetry monitoring unit provides cardiac monitoring for patients undergoing MRI scans at Corewell Health hospitals in West Michigan. The position involves classroom training with an Educator and orientation with a preceptor in the Central Monitoring Center at Blodgett Hospital for the first 5–6 weeks. Using workstations in the Butterworth MRI area and remote monitoring technology, Monitor Techs monitor patients from nearby. The unit operates from 5:00 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. on weekdays and 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays, with one to two Monitor Techs working at a time during operating hours.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent experience required.
- Successful completion of a competency-based orientation program required.
Nice To Haves
- Six months of relevant bedside care experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Monitor ECG rhythms and pressure waveforms and communicate frequently with bedside care providers.
- Monitor and interpret heart rhythms or other patient data to detect deviations from baseline.
- Review patient information to determine normal heart rhythm patterns, current patterns, and prior variances.
- Observe cardiac monitor screens and inform the Registered Nurse of variances so the patient can be examined.
- Document and post information in patient records when applicable.
- Continuously observe and surveil multiple adult or pediatric patients using video monitoring technology.
- Interact with and redirect patients via remote video monitoring technology.
- Observe video monitor screens and notify clinical bedside staff of situations requiring intervention.
- Answer medical staff and patient care team inquiries concerning patients.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package supporting financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
- On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv.
- Discounts on restaurants, phone plans, spas, and other offerings.
- Optional identity theft protection, home insurance, and auto insurance.
- Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and matching savings.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
