Monitor Tech - 6EW MedSurg Stepdown - Per Diem 12 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Union)

University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

11d • $23 - $39 • Onsite

About The Position

The Unit Secretary/Monitor Technician performs clerical, clinical, and communication functions on an assigned nursing unit. This role involves providing courteous reception, arranging and coordinating patient care activities, and utilizing computer systems for various tasks. The position requires knowledge of medical terminology, EKG interpretation, and effective communication skills. The Unit Secretary/Monitor Technician is responsible for maintaining patient records, ordering supplies, transcribing orders, and monitoring EKG rhythms. This role also emphasizes teamwork, collaboration, and excellent customer service.

Requirements

• High school or equivalent
• Specialized/technical training
• Successful completion of Medical Terminology exam and basic EKG course.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Must have excellent communication skills, including the ability to speak, read and write English proficiently.
• Demonstrate excellent customer service behavior.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association
• Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) (Required within LA City only)

Nice To Haves

• 1 year Experience as a Unit Secretary.

Responsibilities

• Performs clerical, clinical, and communication functions on assigned nursing unit.
• Provides courteous reception on the nursing unit.
• Arranges and coordinates activities for patient care.
• Prints and updates census logs.
• Checks and updates accommodation codes for accuracy.
• Completes A/D/T in the computer system within 30 minutes.
• Completes downtime procedures accurately.
• Completes repair requests for engineering and biomed.
• Maintains Outpatient stay log and Orders forms.
• Orders supplies weekly and PRN.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area.
• Stocks printers and fax machines with sufficient paper.
• Transcribes all orders, per policy, completely and accurately in a timely fashion.
• Prioritizes stat orders versus routine orders.
• Notifies RN of all stat orders immediately.
• Scans orders to pharmacy.
• Orders tests via computer entry.
• Transcribes to Kardex.
• Signs, dates, and times upon completion of orders.
• Flags telephone orders for signatures.
• Notifies appropriate department of stat order as applicable.
• Utilizes courtesy, compassion, kindness and honesty while interacting with public, patients and all hospital personnel.
• Demonstrates communication skills in person, via telephone, and in writing.
• Answers phone/call lights courteously, promptly within 3 rings.
• Identifies self by name and unit.
• Routes all calls/requests to appropriate personnel, identifies on phone reason for transfer and assures connection is made.
• Assists with the management of patient records, so that the chart is always in optimum condition.
• Assists other ancillary personnel in obtaining parts of charts as necessary.
• Reviews and assembles the admission chart forms for inpatient record within 20 minutes of admission.
• Adds appropriate numbers of forms at midnight and when necessary.
• Files diagnostic reports behind the designated chart tab as results/reports are received after reviewed by RN.
• Files lab reports weekly.
• Replaces chart dividers as needed.
• Places discharge and thinned chart in HIM Basket for retrieval.
• Completes assignments as directed.
• Demonstrates collaboration, congeniality, and problem-solving skills.
• Maintains an open line of communication between management and other staff while demonstrating a professional demeanor at all times.
• Attends 80% of unit secretary meetings or reads the minutes within 5 working days.
• Communicates and clarifies outstanding patient care orders/activities to the oncoming unit secretary.
• Shows initiative/ability to orient new unit secretaries.
• Assists M.D.s and staff in obtaining computerized hospital and/or patient information.
• Maintains communication with Charge RN and staff about unit issues.
• Is involved with and keeps abreast of changes from hospital wide committees.
• Monitors and interprets EKG rhythms consistently and correctly.
• Monitors EEG pattern for signs of seizure activity.
• Notifies RN/Charge Nurse promptly of EKG changes or concerns.
• Never leaves the desk unattended while patients are being monitored.
• Tracks and maintains all monitoring equipment i.e. telemetry boxes and applicable equipment.
• Documents date and time RN notified on rhythm strip.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Excellent benefits and perks

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED