Monitor Technician| Leesburg Hospital Telemetry | Full-time | Nights (3-12's shifts)

Responsibilities: Under the direction of the Director and direct supervision of the Charge RN, the Monitor Technician will perform the following duties: Admit and discharge patients from the cardiac monitoring system. Overview: Start building your future at University of Florida Health as a Monitor Technician at Leesburg Hospital located in the heart of Central Florida.

Overview:

Start building your future at University of Florida Health as a Monitor Technician at Leesburg Hospital located in the heart of Central Florida. The city of Leesburg offers a blend of natural beauty, culture, and a welcoming community to create an exceptional place to live and work. At UF Health, we are committed to fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and professional growth. We invest in our team members by providing opportunities for career advancement, continuous learning, and meaningful work in a supportive environment. Make UF Health your next career destination.

Responsibilities:

Under the direction of the Director and direct supervision of the Charge RN, the Monitor Technician will perform the following duties:

• Admit and discharge patients from the cardiac monitoring system 
• Continuously monitor cardiac telemetry for assigned patients.
• Communicate cardiac rhythm changes to nursing staff promptly and accurately, as requested or when clinically indicated.
• Print and interpret cardiac rhythm strips in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Ensure rhythm strips are forwarded to the Unit Secretary for appropriate filing.
• Manage telemetry equipment and alarm settings in compliance with departmental policies.
• Apply critical thinking skills to effectively monitor patients, recognize rhythm abnormalities, and communicate findings.
• Enter billing information for telemetry services and other applicable patient charges accurately and timely.
• Maintain compliance with organizational policies, procedures, and patient monitoring standards.

Schedule

FTE: .90 (3-12's shifts)

Hours: 6:45am-7:15pm

Days: Variable

Qualifications:

Education

Required: High School Diploma/GED

Licensure/Certification/Registration:

Required: BLS

Special Skills/Qualifications/Additional Training/Experience

Required: Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English