JOB SUMMARY

• The Monitor Tech I is assigned to a monitoring station in either the Central Monitoring Unit (CMU) or Emergency Center.
• The Monitor Tech I examines heartbeat patterns on electrocardiograph monitors; makes notes of irregular rhythm and monitors changes in the heartbeat;

Provides notes to medical staff in charge of the patient; ensures that the monitors are functioning properly; Detects and promptly reports changes in parameters monitoring cardiac rhythms.

Performs other related job duties as assigned.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

• Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines
• Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization
• Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures
• Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs)
• Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.
• Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs.

For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills.

Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• General environment : Works in a well-lighted, air-conditioned area, with moderate noise levels.
• May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids, or infectious organisms.
• May be required to change from one task to another of different nature without loss of efficiency or composure.
• Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
• May be scheduled as needed including overtime

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

High School Diploma or GED (Required)

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Monitoring Telemetry OR EMT experience (Preferred)

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURES

• Basic Life Support (Preferred)
• EMT certification (Preferred)

GENERAL SKILLS

• Organizational Skills
• Communication Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Customer Relations
• Mathematical
• Analytical
• Read / Comprehend Written Instructions
• Follow Verbal Instructions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Have near normal vision - Clarity of vision (both near and far), ability to distinguish colors
• Have good - manual dexterity
• Ability to perform - repetitive tasks / motion
• Have near normal hearing - Hear alarms / telephone / tape recorder / normal speaking voice

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Walking - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
• Sitting - Continuously within shift (67-100%)
• Climbing - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
• Bending / Stooping - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
• Twist at waist - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
• Pushing / Pulling - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
• Lift / carry >

20 lbs with assistance - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)

• Reaching above shoulder - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
• Lift / carry >

50 lbs with assistance - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)

Last updated : 2024-05-20