Unit Associate / Monitor Technician, Full-Time, Night Shift

Adventist Health•Simi Valley, CA

About The Position

Centered in beautiful Southern California, Adventist Health Simi Valley has been one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1965. We are comprised of a 144-bed hospital, home care services and a vast scope of award-winning services located throughout Ventura County. Simi Valley is a suburban area nestled between an urban oasis and the stunning shores of the Pacific Ocean. Bordering Los Angeles allows hiking in the morning and attending film premieres in the evening. 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) or Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Required
Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.
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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.