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Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36 Work Shift: Days (United States of America)
Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
The Monitor Tech is responsible for measuring and monitoring EKG waveforms. They communicate information to nursing and clinicians in an effective and efficient manner utilizing hospital policy. The Monitor Tech is critical to contributing to patient safety and safe patient outcomes.
Essential Job Functions
• Provides continuous cardiac monitor observation. • Informs nurses of essential information regarding equipment, changes in cardiac rhythm, and patient updates. • Compiles patient data and report on a shift by shift basis. • Takes care of the monitoring equipment and notification of bio-medical when equipment needs to be replaced or taken out of service for repairs.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Licensing/Certification
None
Education
High School/GED (required)
Work Experience
Prior EKG or telemetry experience (preferred)
Training
Successful completion of EKG/arrythmia exam (required by end of orientation) EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred)
Skills
• Ability to use Microsoft word and excel • Ability to multi-task • Strong verbal communication • Strong customer service skills • Ability to remain calm in high-stress situations • Strong listening skills • Ability to prioritize effectively • Ability to be proactive in a rapidly changing environment • Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills • Effectively manages technology and interprets information • Ability to troubleshoot technology • EKG
Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.
As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being - personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.
What we offer
• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible) • Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts • Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders • Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
Department: Med/Surg Unit - Jewish - 6 South
It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health- Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours - Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.
Mercy Health is part of Bon Secours Mercy Health (BSMHealth.org,) one of the top 20 health systems in the United States and part of the top performing quartile of Catholic health systems for lowest cost per case for patient care. Mercy Health is the largest health system in Ohio and among the top five employers in the state, with more than 33,500 employees serving communities throughout Ohio and in Kentucky. Mercy Health provided care for patients more than 6.8 million times in 2017. The system includes assets of $6.8 billion and nearly 500 care facilities including 23 hospitals and 26 post-acute care facilities including senior living communities, hospice programs and home health agencies. Its clinically integrated network of more than 2,700 health care providers coordinates more effective and efficient care for more than 350,000 patients, saving money for taxpayers through the Medicare Shared Savings Program. As part of Bon Secours Mercy Health, the ministry provides nearly $2 million per day in community benefit.