Unit Associate / Monitor Technician, Per Diem, Day Shift
About The Position
Adventist Health Simi Valley is a 144-bed hospital and healthcare provider serving Ventura County. The Unit Associate / Monitor Technician supports the nursing team with clerical and patient-assistance duties while monitoring patients’ cardiac rhythms on telemetry equipment. The role includes interpreting basic cardiac rhythms and common dysrhythmias, identifying monitor malfunctions, and relaying pertinent information to appropriate personnel. The position also involves performing EKGs and Holter monitor replacements, maintaining designated equipment, and keeping the unit running smoothly through prioritization and timely completion of tasks.
Requirements
- High school education, GED, or equivalent is required.
- CPR or BLS certification from an approved vendor per Adventist Health policy is required.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an approved vendor per Adventist Health policy is required by the facility.
- Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI), Techniques for Effective Aggression Management (TEAM), or TEAM-A certification is required by the department.
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s or technical degree, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
- One year of relevant experience.
- Cardiac Rhythm Recognition coursework.
- Critical Care Dysrhythmia electrocardiogram (EKG) coursework.
Responsibilities
- Greet and direct visitors.
- Prepare and maintain medical records.
- Respond to patient requests for assistance and provide information to patients, families, and physicians.
- Provide clerical support to the nursing team, including routing patient reports.
- Continuously monitor EKGs, document arrhythmias, and report significant changes to a physician.
- Interpret basic cardiac rhythms, common dysrhythmias, and monitor mechanical malfunctions; relay pertinent monitor information to appropriate personnel.
- Perform EKGs and Holter monitor replacements in a variety of settings.
- Maintain cardiac monitors, pulse oximeters, phototherapy lights, mist tents, and Dinamap equipment.
- Check patient supplies, including telemetry batteries, electrodes, and pouches, weekly and order supplies when necessary.
- Prioritize work to meet deadlines and help keep the unit running smoothly.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
