Unit Associate / Monitor Technician
About The Position
Nestled between Burbank and Pasadena, Adventist Health Glendale is one of the area's leading healthcare providers. We are comprised of a 515-bed hospital, two urgent cares, home care services, comprehensive cardiology care and a vast scope of services located in the San Fernando Valley. We are committed to the development and empowerment of our nurses and have received Magnet designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Glendale is known for its urban living, with easy access to dining, entertainment, shopping, amusement parks and outdoor recreation. Adventist Health Glendale is proud to be part of the thriving, diverse community since 1905. Job Summary: Greets and directs visitors. Prepares and maintains medical records. Responds to patient requests for assistance. Provides information to patients, families, and physicians. Provides other clerical support to nursing team as required. Monitors cardiac rhythms of patients on telemetric equipment. Interprets basic cardiac rhythms, common dysrhythmia and monitor mechanical malfunctions. Reads, interprets and relays pertinent information regarding the cardiac monitors to the appropriate personnel. Provides clerical support. Keeps unit running smoothly and uses prioritization skills to meet deadlines as indicated.
Requirements
- High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
- Facility Specific License/Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQI BLS) certification: Required
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
- One year's relevant experience: Preferred
- Cardiac Rhythm Recognition coursework: Preferred
- Critical Care Dysrhythmia electrocardiogram (EKG) coursework: Preferred
Responsibilities
- Greets and directs visitors.
- Prepares and maintains medical records.
- Responds to patient requests for assistance.
- Provides information to patients, families, and physicians.
- Provides other clerical support to nursing team as required.
- Monitors cardiac rhythms of patients on telemetric equipment.
- Interprets basic cardiac rhythms, common dysrhythmia and monitor mechanical malfunctions.
- Reads, interprets and relays pertinent information regarding the cardiac monitors to the appropriate personnel.
- Provides clerical support.
- Keeps unit running smoothly and uses prioritization skills to meet deadlines as indicated.
- Monitors electrocardiogram (EKG) continuously, documents arrhythmia and reports significant changes to physician.
- Performs a variety clerical duties including routing patient reports.
- Performs electrocardiograms (EKGs) and holter monitor replacements in a variety of settings.
- Maintains equipment including cardiac monitors, pulse oximeters, phototherapy lights, mist tents and Dinamap.
- Checks patient supplies, i.e., telemetry batteries, electrodes, pouches, etc., weekly and orders when necessary.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- All required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
